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Homemade granola

This is quick and easy recipe for homemade granola. The base is made of 3 basic pantry ingredients: oats, maple syrup and coconut oil. Add your choice of mix-ins, and you will have delicious homemade granola that's so much tastier and healthier than store-bought ones!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 5 cups

Ingredients

  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/3 tsp ground cinnamon
  • a pinch of salt

Mix-in Options

  • 1 cup nuts roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup dry fruits
  • 1/2 cup coconut shreds/flakes
  • 1/4 cup seeds

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 150℃/300℉. Line baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
  • Place all the ingredients, EXCEPT for dried fruits, in a large bowl. Stir to coat well. Spread the mixture out onto the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 25 minutes. Halfway through, stir the granola. To get clusters, use a spatula to gently press down and pack the granola into the baking sheet.
  • Once golden brown, remove granola from the oven and let it cool completely. Once cooled, transfer to a container and add the dried fruits.
  • Serve with your favorite plant-based milk, yogurt, or ice cream. Enjoy!