Outrageous Granola Recipe

Get ready to elevate your breakfast game with this Outrageous Granola Recipe, a flavor-packed, nutrient-rich blend of wholesome ingredients. Made with old-fashioned rolled oats, crunchy almonds and pecans, savory pumpkin and sunflower seeds, and sweetened naturally with pure maple syrup, this granola strikes the perfect balance of taste and nutrition. Enhanced by hints of ground cinnamon and vanilla, this recipe delivers irresistible aroma and flavor. Baked to golden perfection with clusters that stay delightfully crisp, it’s finished with pops of chewy dried cranberries, raisins, and the optional decadence of dark chocolate. Ready in just 35 minutes, this homemade granola is ideal for snacking, pouring over yogurt, or enjoying with milk. Requiring minimal effort and packed with pantry staples, this customizable recipe is your go-to for easy, homemade goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned)
• 1 cup raw almonds (chopped)
• 1 cup raw pecans (chopped)
• 0.5 cup sunflower seeds (unsalted)
• 0.5 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
• 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 0.5 cup maple syrup (pure)
• 0.25 cup coconut oil (melted)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup raisins
• 0.5 cup chopped dark chocolate (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almonds, pecans, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, shredded coconut, ground cinnamon, and sea salt. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until all the oats and nuts are coated with the maple-coconut oil mixture.

Step 5

Spread the granola mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, pressing it down gently with a spatula to create a compact layer for clumpier granola.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through to ensure even toasting. Keep a close eye during the final minutes to prevent burning.

Step 7

Once golden brown and fragrant, remove the granola from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. The granola will crisp up further as it cools.

Step 8

Once cooled, stir in the dried cranberries, raisins, and optional dark chocolate pieces.

Step 9

Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy it as a snack, with milk, or as a topping for yogurt!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1111.2 grams (1111.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5488

Total Fat 363.80g	466%
Saturated Fat 146.50g	733%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1091mg	47%
Total Carbohydrate 499.60g	182%
Dietary Fiber 93.80g	335%
Total Sugars 223.00g
Protein 109.20g	218%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 883mg	68%
Iron 38mg	211%
Potassium 4847mg	103%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.3%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 35.0%