Best 7 Easy Molasses Walnut Granola Recipes

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The tantalizing aroma of toasted walnuts and molasses wafts through the kitchen, beckoning you to indulge in a wholesome and delicious treat. Granola, with its perfect balance of crunchy oats and chewy, gooey clusters, is an ideal breakfast or snack that combines nutrition and flavor. To guide you in creating your own delightful batch of easy molasses walnut granola, this comprehensive article unravels the secrets of crafting this delectable goodness. From choosing the finest ingredients to mastering the art of baking, we unveil the steps that lead to a perfect symphony of flavors and textures.

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BASIC GRANOLA RECIPE



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This basic granola recipe is pretty perfect as is, but feel free to swap out ingredients to customize it to your taste (see Cook's Notes below for sample substitutions).

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups rolled oats
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (see Cook's Notes)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup honey (see Cook's Notes)
1/4 cup canola oil (see Cook's Notes)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (see Cook's Notes)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped almonds (see Cook's Notes)
1/2 cup dried cranberries (see Cook's Notes)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the oats, light brown sugar, cinnamon and salt. Stir the honey, oil and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients. Use your hands if necessary to make sure it's well combined.
  • Spread the mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes and then remove from the oven and stir; add the chopped almonds. Return to the oven and bake until everything is toasted and evenly browned, an additional 10 minutes.
  • Allow the granola to cool on the baking sheet, then add the dried cranberries and toss to distribute. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calorie, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 95 milligrams, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 27 grams

PECAN-MOLASSES GRANOLA



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Serve this homemade granola on plain yogurt with fresh fruit for a sweet, healthy breakfast.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup unsulfured molasses (not blackstrap)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
3 cups rolled oats (not quick-cooking)
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup pecans, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a large bowl, whisk together molasses, oil, cinnamon, and salt. Add oats, coconut, and pecans; stir gently with a rubber spatula until oats are completely coated. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet and spread in an even layer. Bake, stirring occasionally, until oats are lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes (watch carefully, as mixture burns easily). Let cool completely on sheet on a wire rack, 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

EASY MOLASSES WALNUT GRANOLA



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This is really quick and easy to make, and I posted variations as well -- Maple Pecan and Honey Almond. Very healthy, and it smells wonderful straight out of the oven! We eat it mixed with vanilla yogurt, or just as a snack.

Provided by Mom of picky eaters

Categories     Breakfast

Time 35m

Yield 5 cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup canola oil
1/2 cup blackstrap molasses
4 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
2 tablespoons flax seeds

Steps:

  • Put brown sugar, oil and molasses in large bowl, microwave for 30 seconds, then mix well with a wooden spoon.
  • Pour oats, nuts, and seeds on top of the mixture and mix everything well.
  • Line a large baking pan with aluminum foil and spray the foil lightly with spray oil. Spread the mixture evenly onto this pan.
  • Bake in preheated 350 oven for 20 - 30 minutes. Stir well after the first 10 minutes and then at 5 minute intervals until everything is lightly browned.
  • Let cool (watch out -- the nuts are HOT when they first come out of the oven) and store in airtight bags or containers.

MAPLE-WALNUT GRANOLA



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A friend brought this out for our kids to snack on while we chatted but I could not stop eating it by handfuls myself. I like the simplicity of it.

Provided by Kitchen Witch Steph

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups old fashioned oats
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2-3/4 cup pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Combine oats, walnuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together in a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl,mix maple syrup, vanilla, and oil.
  • Pour syrup mixture over oat mixture and combine until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  • Spread mixture onto parchment paper lined baking sheet and bake 15 minutes.
  • Stir and return to the oven 10 minutes longer.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
  • Granola may be stored up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.

ULTIMATE IRRESISTIBLE GRANOLA



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This is THE BEST granola out there. Walnuts, pecans, coconut, sesame seeds and honey are just a few of the delectable ingredients that make this the most delicious and nutty granola out there, you won't be disappointed!

Provided by Veronica S

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Cereals     Granola Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 cups rolled oats
1 cup blanched slivered almonds
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup sesame seeds
1 cup wheat germ
2 cups shredded coconut
1 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
1 cup canola oil
1 ½ cups honey
1 cup raisins
1 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, stir together the oats, almonds, walnuts, pecans, sesame seeds, wheat germ, coconut and sunflower seeds. In a small pan over medium heat, stir together the oil and honey. Cook and stir until blended. You could also do this in a large measuring cup in the microwave, heating for about 2 minutes and 30 seconds. Pour over the oat mixture, and stir to coat evenly. Spread out in an even layer on two cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until the oats and nuts are toasted. Immediately after it comes out of the oven, stir in the raisins and dried cranberries. Let stand until cooled, and stir again to break up any large clusters. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks, but I guarantee it won't be around that long!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.2 calories, Carbohydrate 55.7 g, Fat 33.6 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 8.8 mg, Sugar 31.2 g

MOLASSES-PEANUT GRANOLA



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Categories     Nut     Breakfast     Bake     Summer     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 7 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
3 cups old-fashioned oats
1 1/2 cups lightly salted dry-roasted peanuts (about 7 ounces)
1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1/2 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses
1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 325°F. Spray large roasting pan with nonstick vegetable oil spray. Mix oats, peanuts and coconut in prepared roasting pan. Combine molasses, brown sugar, 1/4 cup water and oil in heavy small saucepan. Bring to boil, stirring occasionally. Pour hot molasses mixture over oat mixture; toss to coat well.
  • Bake granola 20 minutes. Stir raisins into granola. Bake until granola is deep golden, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes longer. Transfer pan to rack. Using metal spatula, scrape bottom of pan to loosen granola. Cool completely in pan, occasionally scraping bottom of pan with spatula to prevent granola from sticking.
  • (Can be made 1 week ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.)

GOLDEN GRANOLA



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Provided by Sue Ellison

Categories     Nut     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Raisin     Coconut     Cashew     Macadamia Nut     Winter     Molasses     Maple Syrup     Bon Appétit     Colorado

Yield Makes about 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups old-fashioned oats
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup roasted salted sunflower seeds
1/2 cup natural unsalted cashews
1/2 cup roasted salted macadamia nuts
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
2 teaspoons mild-flavored (light) molasses
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°F. Place oats on large rimmed baking sheet. Bake until oats are lightly toasted, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Transfer baked oats to large bowl.
  • Increase oven temperature to 350°F. Spray same rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray. Mix shredded coconut, all nuts, and sesame seeds into baked oats. Whisk maple syrup, vegetable oil, dark corn syrup, and light molasses to blend in small bowl. Pour over oat mixture; toss to coat evenly. Spread granola on prepared rimmed baking sheet. Bake 12 minutes. Mix in raisins. Bake until deep golden, about 12 minutes longer. Cool granola on sheet.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Toast the walnuts and oats separately to enhance their flavor.
  • Stir the granola regularly while baking to ensure even browning.
  • Allow the granola to cool completely before storing it in an airtight container.
  • Store the granola in a cool, dry place for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Molasses walnut granola is a delicious and nutritious snack or breakfast option. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its combination of sweet, nutty, and crunchy flavors, this granola is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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