Homemade Granola Recipe with Pecans and Almonds
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Homemade granola recipe with pecans and almonds gets made on a nearly weekly basis at our house! You won’t believe how easy it is to make granola at home. Make it today and enjoy it all week! Try all the fun variations in the recipe and you’ll never be bored!
I’ve been looking for a good granola recipe that I could tweak and add to. This recipe has become my go-to and I usually just wing it – sometimes adding sunflower seeds, sometimes coconut, whatever I have in the house.
Since making this granola, I’ve created other versions including almond mocha granola, almond vanilla bean granola, apple crisp granola, cinnamon flax granola, and Biscoff granola. And of course, this easy granola recipe with pecans and cranberries!
I also can’t wait to try this Maple Walnut Granola from The Baker Mama and this Pumpkin Granola from Two Peas & Their Pod.
Such an Easy Homemade Granola Recipe!
You really won’t believe how easy it is to make this homemade granola recipe. A few minutes of prep, and then it’s mostly hands-off time in the oven. It’s crunchy yet a little chewy, flavorful and full of warm cinnamon. It’s great and perfect on top of a yogurt parfait. I bet it’s even great on ice cream.
Not that I know.
Okay, I definitely know. (PS: With chocolate chips. Just saying.)
How do you make homemade granola?
It’s so easy, I promise! Here are the basic steps:
- Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- Add wet ingredients and stir to coat all the dry ingredients.
- Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet (don’t crowd the pan!) and bake until golden brown!
- Cool and store. That’s all there is to it!
Fun Variations on this Homemade Granola Recipe:
- Add chocolate chips, it’s always a good idea.
- Try walnuts instead of the almonds or pecans.
- Swap out one of the nuts for sunflower seeds, they’re so good in granola!
- Double the coconut, because you can.
- If you don’t have wheat germ, use more ground flax.
- If you don’t have ground flax, use more wheat germ….
- If you don’t have honey or want to make this vegan, try using maple syrup!
- Add some fun spices! I love nutmeg, cloves, cardamom.
- Add dried fruit after the granola cools for a great chewy texture addition.
Tip: If you like your granola in big clumps or clusters, use your spatula to press all the granola down onto the pan and let cool completely without touching it. If you like smaller pieces, stir a few times while it cools.
Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @rachelcooksblog on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest!
Ingredients
- 3 cups oats (old fashioned, rolled, or extra thick rolled)
- ½ cup raw almonds, chopped
- ½ cup raw pecans, chopped
- ½ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup honey (or substitute ½ cup packed brown sugar, or a combination of brown sugar and honey)
- 3 tablespoons canola oil or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F. Spray a large rimmed baking sheet (11 by 17 inches) with nonstick cooking spray or line with parchment or Silpat.
- In a large bowl, stir together oats, almonds, pecans, coconut, chia seeds, flaxseed, cinnamon and salt.
- In a separate small microwavable bowl or large glass measuring cup, stir together honey or brown sugar, canola oil, and vanilla. Heat in microwave for 45 seconds on 50% power. Stir well.
- Pour wet ingredients over dry ingredients and stir until everything is well coated.
- Spread granola in an even layer over the baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, stir, and then bake for 15 minutes, and bake 5-10 minutes more or until golden brown and dry (no longer sticky).
- Let cool completely, stirring occasionally to break up chunks if desired. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Serving size: 1/2 cup. Yield: 5 cups.
- This recipe is so flexible, see suggestions listed in the post.
- Granola can be frozen in an airtight container for up to six months.
Nutrition Information
This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.
Husband’s take: He eats way more of this than I do. It’s his go-to for quick and easy breakfasts.
Changes I would make: None but I often get very heavy handed with the cinnamon. (A tablespoon or more!)
Difficulty: So easy.
Melissa Klotz says
What a pretty jar!
Saya says
Yumeeee – this looks So yummy, sweet and crunchy
Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious says
I am a hardcore granola lover. It’s seriously the best snack in the world. And the best part about making granola is how customizable it is. Although I wouldn’t change your recipe at all. Can’t wait to give this a try!
Lisa~~ says
Homemade granola is always so wonderful but I eat way too much so I have to avoid making it but you sure have me craving it.
Lisa~~
Tessa says
My husband devours granola in this house, so I am always on the lookout for ways to make it just a little different. Great pick!
Amber | Bluebonnets & Brownies says
I keep meaning to make my own granola, and this looks like a fabulous place to start. Your photos are gorgeous, Rachel.
Tracey says
I was just thinking I need to make some granola and then lo and behold your post popped up in my Reader. Good timing :) It looks great!
Lisa says
I could eat my weight in granola, and this certainly looks like a recipe that could bring that to fruition. Gorgeous photos and great SRC choice!
CulinarilyCourtney says
Granola is seriously on my list of favorite things to make. Your recipe here looks delightful!
shelly (cookies and cups) says
I love the idea of homemade granola…I need to make a huge batch to keep on hand.
Lisa {Smart Food and Fit} says
I too love homemade granola. I started making my own granola about a year ago. Now, I’m addicted. I think I’m going to make some right now! lol Have a great day! :)
Julia says
I LOVE heaps of homemade granola on fro yo or ice cream. This stuff looks perfect for that… Im tempted to go make some right now, before 5 am.
Lisa @ Sweet as Sugar Cookies says
Homemade is always better than storebought any day.
Holly says
I seriously LOVE that you chose my granola recipe! I agree that it is better with the rolled oats (thicker the better in my opinion). I’ve even changed it up more since then and need to post an update because we like the new version even better. We always eat ours with chocolate chips (my boys eat it with yogurt every morning for breakfast). Your pictures are gorgeous!
Rachel says
Thanks Holly! I loved exploring your blog :)
Krista says
I’m so excited you got Holly’s site! She is just a fabulous person in and out of the kitchen. Granola is one of my favorites and yours looks great!