A honey coconut oil coating covers whole grain oats, almonds, and almond essence in homemade granola. Over yogurt, in oatmeal bowls, or as a healthy snack.
– 3 cups whole grain old-fashioned oats (NOT quick 1-minute oats)– 1 cup sliced almonds divided– 1/3 cup brown sugar– 1/4 teaspoon salt– 1/3 cup honey– 3 tablespoons coconut oil– 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract– 1/8 teaspoon almond extract
Ingredient
Preheat oven to 350°. Use parchment paper, tin foil, or cooking spray to line a cookie sheet with sides.
Step 1
Step 1
Instructions
Chop or pulse 1/2 cup of sliced almonds in a food processor or chopper (or use a cutting board and knife if you don't have one) until tiny crumbs form.
Step 2
Step 2
Mix whole grain oats, ground almonds, 1/2 cup sliced almonds, brown sugar, and salt in a bowl. Whisk to break clumps.
Step 3
Step 3
Mix honey and coconut oil in a microwaveable bowl. Microwave for 1 minute to melt coconut oil. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
Step 4
Step 4
Stir the honey mixture into the oats until coated. Spread on prepared cookie sheet evenly.
Step 5
Step 5
Cook 5 minutes. Stir mixture and cook 5 more minutes.
Cool the granola on the cookie sheet for 20–30 minutes without stirring.
Step 6
Step 6
Granola should be broken up and stored in a covered container at room temperature.