Granola like this will make you forget all about store-bought! It’s loaded with flavor and so simple to make.
Granola Recipe
Granola is something my dad passed down to me—a serious love for it! He goes through so much that he’s filled his pantry with containers stacked high.
So, when he visited us in Ohio last year, I stocked up and made tons, thinking it’d last a while. By day three, though, he had finished it all! Now, I make him this recipe for birthdays or Father’s Day, and every time, he’s asking for more!
This recipe, adapted from New York Times’ Eleven Madison Park Granola, is hands down the best I’ve ever tried. I can’t wait to hear what you think!
Ingredients
- Maple Syrup: This sweetener adds a rich, delicious flavor.
- Olive Oil: Keeps the granola crunchy—extra virgin works best here!
- Brown Sugar: Helps sweeten and create those irresistible small clusters.
- Salt: Balances the sweetness and brings out all the flavors.
- Oats: Old-fashioned oats work best—skip quick or steel-cut oats for this.
- Pistachios: These add crunch and a tasty nutty flavor.
- Sliced Almonds: Light, crisp, and mild, they blend perfectly with other flavors.
- Coconut Flakes: Adds a touch of sweetness and toasts beautifully while baking.
- Pepitas: These give an earthy, crunchy bite—especially nice with the nuts.
- Vanilla Extract: Adds warmth and a boost of sweetness.
- Dried Cranberries: Sweet, chewy, and the perfect finishing touch!
How To Make Granola
- Preheat: Set the oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wet Ingredients: Warm syrup, oil, sugar, and salt in a pot over low heat.
- Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the oats, nuts, coconut, seeds, and vanilla.
- Combine: Pour warm mixture over dry ingredients and stir to coat everything.
- Bake: Spread granola on baking sheet in a single layer. Bake until it turns golden brown.
- Finish: Cool granola completely, then add the cranberries and enjoy!
How To Serve Granola
- With Yogurt: Add granola and fruit on top of a yogurt bowl.
- As Cereal: Pour in a bowl and enjoy with milk.
- On Smoothie Bowls: Sprinkle over smoothies or Acai Bowls for a nice crunch.
- With Ice Cream: Top ice cream or frozen yogurt with granola for extra texture.
- Fruit Parfait: Layer with yogurt and fruit in a glass.
- On Baked Goods: Use in my favorite Raspberry Bars!
Storage
To store, keep granola in an airtight container at room temp for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze it! I love grabbing a handful straight from the freezer—it’s so good and extra crunchy that way!
More Breakfast Recipes:
- Muesli a softer (raw) granola
- French Toast Sticks with a crunchy cinnamon cereal coating
- Breakfast Potatoes with the best seasoning blend
- Breakfast Toast a Jamba Juice copycat!
- Old-Fashioned Pancakes with crispy edges
Granola
Equipment
- Rimmed sheet pan
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar firmly packed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2-3/4 cups old-fashioned oats see note 1
- 1/2 cup pistachios shelled, see note 2
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup pepitas
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup dried sweetened cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper.
- In a small pot, add the maple syrup, olive oil, brown sugar, and salt. Heat over medium-low, stirring until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- In a large bowl, add oats, pistachios, almonds, coconut flakes, pepitas, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the sugar mixture over the dry ingredients, gently stirring until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture on the prepared sheet pan in a single layer. Bake for 35–40 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until the granola is dry and golden brown.
- Let the granola cool completely. Stir in the dried cranberries, then transfer to an airtight container. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
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Delicious!!
So thrilled to hear this! Thanks Lise!
Delicious and so easy to make! I put the granola in pretty jars and gave it to my neighbors for Christmas.
I am so thrilled to hear this! Thanks for sharing, Amanda!
Love the looks of this granola!
I am a freak for granola and don’t even need yogurt to eat it. I love having some in milk like I’m eating cereal! Can’t wait to try this recipe!
The bigger the clusters, the better! Looks great!!
Love granola! This granola is calling my name!