Best 6 Crunchy Nutty Granola Recipes

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Welcome to the world of crunchy nutty granola, a delightful breakfast or snack option that combines the goodness of oats, nuts, and seeds with a touch of sweetness. Granola's versatility makes it a popular choice for those seeking a wholesome and flavorful culinary experience. With endless variations available, finding the perfect recipe to suit your taste preferences can be an exciting adventure. Whether you prefer a classic granola with a blend of rolled oats, almonds, walnuts, and honey or a more exotic combination featuring quinoa, chia seeds, and dried fruits, this article will guide you in selecting the right recipe and provide tips for achieving that perfect crunch and nutty flavor in every bite.

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NUTTY GRANOLA



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A very easy-to-make granola recipe that is delicious and the best snack ever. All the girls at my office eat this with yogurt every day. It's awesome! If you don't have some of the dry ingredients, just add more of what you do have. Walnuts are a fine substitute for pecans. You can also try dried blueberries instead of or with the cranberries.

Provided by glenvicki

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Cereals     Granola Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup slivered almonds
1 cup flaked coconut
½ cup hulled green pumpkin seeds
½ cup shelled sunflower seeds
½ cup crushed pecans
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup butter
⅔ cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Stir oats, almonds, coconut, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, pecans, and salt, together in a large bowl.
  • Stir butter and honey together in a small saucepan over low heat until the butter is fully melted.
  • Stir vanilla extract into the melted butter.
  • Pour butter mixture over oats mixture; stir until evenly coated.
  • Spread the mixture onto 2 large baking sheets into single, even layers.
  • Bake in preheated oven 10 minutes. Remove from oven and gently turn the granola. Continue baking until golden brown, about 10 minutes more.
  • Set granola aside to cool to room temperature; transfer to a large bowl.
  • Gently fold cranberries into the granola.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.2 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 162.1 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

NUTTY GRANOLA



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Time 1h10m

Yield 9 (1/2 cup) servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Cooking Spray
3 cups old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup chopped raw, unsalted walnuts
1/2 cup chopped unsalted almonds
1/2 cup chopped unsalted pecans
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup raisins, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • In a medium bowl combine the oats, nuts, maple syrup, salt, cinnamon and the raisins, if using. Spread the mixture onto the baking sheet and bake until golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes. Transfer the sheet to a cooling rack and let cool completely. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

CRUNCHY GRANOLA



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This crisp, lightly sweet mixture is great just eaten out of hand or as an ice cream topping. My husband and I grow wheat, barley and canola.-Lorna Jacobsen, Arrowwood, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 10 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup honey
1/2 cup canola oil
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup salted sunflower kernels
2 cups raisins

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the honey, oil and brown sugar; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. , In a large bowl, combine the oats, almonds, coconut, sesame seeds and sunflower kernels. Add honey mixture, stirring until evenly coated. Spread onto two ungreased baking pans. , Bake at 300° for 20 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in raisins. Bake 10 minutes longer. Cool, stirring occasionally. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1148 calories, Fat 57g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 158g carbohydrate (95g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

HONEY NUTTY GRANOLA



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Honey Nutty Granola is an easy, one-bowl mixture of 2 kinds of nuts, sweet brown sugar and crunchy, toasty oats; plus 1 additional ingredient for extra health benefits.

Provided by Culinary Envy

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Cereals     Granola Recipes

Time 56m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups rolled oats
1 ½ cups toasted almonds, coarsely chopped
1 cup roasted macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped
1 ½ cups flaked coconut
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¾ cup honey
¼ cup butter
½ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Combine oats, almonds, macadamia nuts, and coconut in a large bowl. Heat olive oil, honey, butter, and brown sugar together in a separate microwave-safe bowl in the microwave until butter is melted, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Whisk butter mixture until brown sugar is dissolved; stir in salt, turmeric, and cinnamon. Pour butter mixture over oat mixture; toss to coat thoroughly. Spread granola evenly on a baking sheet.
  • Bake granola in preheated oven until well-toasted and golden brown, about 30 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet to set, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in raisins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 164.5 mg, Sugar 25.8 g

CRUNCHY GRANOLA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup water
4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
8 cups rolled oats
2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, or slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F.
  • Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper and reserve.
  • Combine brown sugar and water in a 4-cup microwave proof glass measuring cup or bowl. Place in microwave on high for 5 minutes and cook until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from microwave, add vanilla extract and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, nuts, and brown sugar syrup mixture. Stir until thoroughly mixed. Spread the granola onto cookie sheets and bake 45 minutes to 1 hour or until golden and crunchy.
  • When the mixture comes out of the oven, it is still very pliable. You may choose to add in dried fruit as a finishing touch at this time. When granola has cooled completely, store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fiber 4.6 grams, Protein 7.3 grams

FRUIT 'N' NUT GRANOLA



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The combination of crunchy nuts and chewy fruit makes this granola a hit for breakfast or snacking. It's packed with lots of ingredients that taste great. -Sue Hochhalter-Broyles, Rapelje, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 55m

Yield 7 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1 cup chopped dried mixed fruit
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup toasted wheat germ
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the oats, milk powder, fruit, walnuts, wheat germ and cinnamon. , In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring brown sugar and water to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in oil and vanilla until mixed. Pour over oat mixture and toss to coat. Pour into a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. , Bake at 275° for 35-45 minutes. Stir in raisins. Cool, stirring occasionally. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use a variety of nuts and seeds: This will give your granola a crunchy, nutty flavor and texture. Some good options include almonds, walnuts, pecans, chia seeds, and flax seeds.
  • Sweeten your granola naturally: Use honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar instead of refined sugar. This will give your granola a healthier, more natural flavor.
  • Add spices for flavor: Cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger are all great spices to add to granola. They will give it a warm, inviting flavor.
  • Bake your granola at a low temperature: This will help to prevent it from burning and will give it a crispy texture.
  • Store your granola in an airtight container: This will help to keep it fresh and crunchy.

Conclusion:

Granola is a delicious and healthy breakfast option that is easy to make at home. By following these tips, you can make a granola that is perfectly tailored to your taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast, give granola a try!

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