Homemade Granola with Nuts and Dried Fruit

Crunchy homemade granola filled with toasted oats, nuts, and dried fruit — perfect for breakfast or snacking.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This granola is wholesome, crunchy, and fully customizable. It brings warmth from toasted oats and nuts, balanced by the sweetness of dried fruit — ideal with yogurt, milk, or on its own.

ingredients

old‑fashioned oats
almonds, chopped
mixed nuts or seeds (optional)
coconut flakes (optional)
honey or maple syrup
olive oil or coconut oil
salt
dried cranberries or raisins

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

directions

1. Preheat oven to 325 °F (160 °C).
2. In a bowl, combine oats, almonds, and optional seeds or coconut.
3. Whisk honey or maple syrup with oil and salt.
4. Toss wet mixture with dry ingredients until evenly coated.
5. Spread on a baking sheet in an even layer.
6. Bake, stirring halfway, until golden and crisp.
7. Cool completely and mix in dried fruit.

Servings and timing

Serves: 8
Preparation: 10 minutes
Baking: 25–30 minutes
Cooling: 15 minutes
Total: ~1 hour

Variations

• Add cinnamon or vanilla for extra flavour.
• Mix dried cherries or apricots.
• Stir in chocolate chips after cooling.

storage/reheating

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. No reheating needed; enjoy with milk or yogurt.

FAQs

Why make granola at home?

Homemade granola is fresher and customizable.

Can I use quick oats?

Old‑fashioned oats provide better texture.

Should I stir while baking?

Yes, for even toasting.

Is this gluten‑free?

Use certified gluten‑free oats.

Can I add spices?

Cinnamon or cardamom works well.

How do I keep it crunchy?

Cool completely before storing.

Can I freeze granola?

Yes, freeze airtight up to 2 months.

What fruit pairs best?

Dried cranberries, cherries, or apricots.

Can kids help make this?

Yes, mixing and spreading are easy tasks.

What’s a good pairing?

Serve with Greek yogurt and fresh berries.

Conclusion

Homemade granola with nuts and dried fruit is a delicious, wholesome treat perfect for breakfast or snacking.

Homemade Granola with Nuts and Dried Fruit

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This Homemade Granola with Nuts and Dried Fruit is a crunchy, wholesome mix of oats, nuts, seeds, and sweet dried fruits. Perfect as a breakfast cereal, yogurt topping, or healthy snack.

• Author: Emma Harper
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 10 servings 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: International
• Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans), roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup sunflower or pumpkin seeds
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup coconut oil or vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, apricots, or a mix), chopped if large

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine oats, chopped nuts, seeds, coconut (if using), cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the oil and honey (or maple syrup) until just blended. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well to coat evenly.
5. Spread granola in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and fragrant.
7. Remove from oven and let cool completely—it will crisp up as it cools.
8. Once cooled, stir in dried fruit. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

• Customize with your favorite nuts, seeds, and fruits.
• For chunkier granola, press it down before baking and don’t stir until fully cooled.
• Add chocolate chips or coconut flakes after baking for extra flavor.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1/2 cup
• Calories: 220
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 60mg
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Fiber: 3g
• Protein: 5g
• Cholesterol: 0mg