Almond Vanilla Granola with Real Vanilla Beans
Am I obsessed with granola? Perhaps. Do you mind? If you’re a traditionalist, I have Pecan Almond Homemade Granola Recipe. If you’re a caffeine addict, there’s the mocha granola. I also have you covered with
And now, Vanilla Granola. Because I’m also obsessed with vanilla beans. Exhibit A, B, C, D and E.
I’m also obsessed with popcorn and chocolate chips but that’s an entirely different issue.
This granola has a subtle vanilla flavor but it definitely there and is a perfect way to start the day. As always, I also think granola is great over ice cream.
This was the conversation between my husband and myself when he came home from work and saw this cooling:
Him: “You made chicken feed?”
Me: “It’s granola.”
Him: “Oh I LOVE that stuff!”
Me: Laughs and shakes head. Gotta love him.
Vanilla Granola Recipe:
3 cups thick cut rolled oats
1 cup raw almonds, chopped
1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ
1 tablespoon ground flax-seed
4 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
the pulp of two vanilla beans
1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Spray a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray or line with parchment or Silpat. In a large bowl, stir together oats, almonds, coconut, salt, brown sugar, wheat germ and ground flax.
2. In separate small microwavable bowl, stir together canola oil and vanilla. Heat in microwave for 30 seconds on 50% power. Add in vanilla bean pulp and whisk with a fork to separate beans.
3. Pour wet ingredients over dry ingredients and stir until everything is well coated.
4. Spread granola in an even layer over the baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, stir, and then bake for 15-20 minutes longer until golden brown.
5. Let cool completely, stirring occasionally to break up chunks.
6. Store in airtight container. Makes approximately 5 cups.
Verdict: Crunchy, sweet, perfect.
Husband’s take: He loves granola for breakfast. He mixes it with Rice Krispies. Yeah…I don’t get it either.
Changes I would make: None.
Difficulty: Easy!
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what an amazing combination!
Thank you!
Simple and delicious! I could have this every morning :)
“Spice it Up”
I keep saying I’m going to make my own granola but I haven’t done it yet. This photo is screaming to me! Looks great.
I keep saying that I’m going to start making my own granola. This sounds awesome!
I love how simple but beyond tasty this is! They sell almond vanilla granola in the store for an outrageous price and probably half the taste. So glad you shared this so I can make my own at home!
Let me know how you like it! :)
I’m obsessed with granola too! And vanilla beans! I love the two together :)
Awesome! Making another batch of granola is on my to do list for tomorrow so this is perfect timing!
This looks like it would taste great with some chocolate!
What wouldn’t? ;)
Loving this granola…fresh vanilla beans make such a difference.
YUm!!! This is my kind of granola!
Love this! I think I have everything but the almonds – I think I might make it with pecans later today. The kids would love it!
This granola looks wonderful! I love vanilla beans too! Oh, so heavenly!
I think vanilla beans are one of my favorite smells in the world. Can’t wait to try this!
This looks so simple and spectacular – I love adding granola to yogurt for a bit of crunch. And I also add it to banana bread :)
I just found a local source for vanilla beans so I am excited to try this recipe!
it’s ok to be obsessed with granola :) I’m obsessed too and I love the flavors in this..your hubs is so funny with his responses hahaha
This looks awesome and I love your husbands response! Chicken feed!! haha!!
Mmm, my favorite granola is a vanilla-flavored one–this looks delicious! Do you think I could up the extract a little if I don’t have any vanilla beans? (I know that’s the whole point of the recipe, but…yeah. Life.)
The amount of vanilla extract is already increased a little, but yeah…you could probably add more. But you should get vanilla beans. :) It’s a
differentbetter kind of vanilla bean flavor. Vanilla paste would be a better substitute, if you have that.Looks stellar! Love simple ingredients! Wish you lived closer to help me with my National Food Blogger and Baker bake sale in Canton, MI this weekend to raise money for Share Our Strength – No Kid Hungry campaign!
This is such a yummy breakfast idea! Yum!
OMG…. this looks TO DIE FOR!
So with you on the granola and vanilla bean love – why haven’t I thought of combining them before? I must whip up a batch this weekend!