Description

This Homemade Granola with Honey is a warm, crunchy, and flavorful treat perfect for breakfast or snacking. Made with rolled oats, nuts, raisins, and a blend of honey, butter, and warming spices, this granola is baked to golden perfection and lightly sweetened with maple syrup. It’s easy to make and customizable, offering a wholesome and satisfying option that can be enjoyed with yogurt, milk, or on its own.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

⅔ cup honey
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons maple syrup

Dry Ingredients

1¼ teaspoons ground nutmeg
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
5 cups old fashioned rolled oats
½ cup raisins
½ cup chopped pecans
½ cup sliced almonds
½ cup chopped walnuts

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Instructions

Prepare Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch lipped baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
Mix Honey and Butter with Spices: In a large mixing bowl, combine the honey, melted unsalted butter, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and kosher salt. Stir well to create a smooth, fragrant liquid mixture.
Coat the Oats: Add the rolled oats to the bowl and stir thoroughly until all the oats are evenly coated with the honey-butter-spice mixture. This ensures every bite has flavor.
Bake the Granola: Spread the coated oats evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Place in the oven and bake for about 30 minutes, stirring the oats every 10 minutes to promote even browning and prevent burning. The granola should turn a deep golden brown when done.
Add Nuts, Raisins, and Maple Syrup: Remove the granola from the oven and immediately transfer it back into the large bowl. Add the raisins, chopped pecans, sliced almonds, chopped walnuts, and drizzle with maple syrup. Mix everything well so the nuts and raisins are coated and incorporated evenly.
Cool Down: Spread the granola back out on the baking sheet and allow it to cool completely. When cooled, the granola will crisp up, ready for serving or storage.

Notes

You can substitute nuts based on preference or availability; walnuts, almonds, and pecans work well together.
Store cooled granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
For added texture and nutrition, consider mixing in seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds after baking.
This granola pairs beautifully with plain or flavored yogurt, milk, or fresh fruit.
Stirring every 10 minutes during baking is critical to avoid burning and to achieve even toasting.