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Homemade granola in a glass jar. Behind the glass jar is more granola on a baking sheet, and to the left are two glass jars with milk.
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Homemade Granola

This basic Homemade Granola is made with wholesome ingredients, is naturally sweetened, and will leave you never wanting to buy store-bought granola again!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Oats old-fashioned
  • 1.5 cups Nuts pecans and walnuts
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 4 Tablespoons Hemp hearts
  • 4 Tablespoons Ground flaxseed
  • 1/2 cup Maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup Oil avocado or melted coconut
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine the oats, nuts, cinnamon, salt, hemp hearts, and flaxseed in a large bowl.
  • Mix the syrup, oil, and vanilla in a separate bow.
  • Pour the syrup mixture over the oats and mix to combine thoroughly. You want to ensure the oat mixture is well coated with the wet ingredients.
  • On a parchment-lined baking sheet, spread the granola in an even layer
  • Bake the granola for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through. The granola should be golden on the edges. Don't overcook it; it can burn quickly.
  • Let the granola cool fully in the pan. Break into pieces and store them in an airtight container on the counter.