Cranberry Almond Granola (Printable)

Golden granola with toasted almonds, dried cranberries, and a hint of honey, perfect for breakfast or snacks.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup sliced almonds
03 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
07 - 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

09 - 1 cup dried cranberries

# How to Make It:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 325°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, mix together oats, sliced almonds, shredded coconut (if using), ground cinnamon, and salt.
03 - Whisk honey or maple syrup, melted coconut or vegetable oil, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly to coat all components evenly.
05 - Evenly distribute the mixture on the prepared baking sheet, spreading it into a uniform layer.
06 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting, until the granola turns golden brown.
07 - Remove from oven and allow the granola to cool entirely on the baking sheet.
08 - Once cooled, fold in the dried cranberries evenly throughout the granola.
09 - Transfer to an airtight container and keep at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

# Expert Hacks:

01 -
  • The perfect balance of tart dried cranberries with sweet honey feels like a little secret treat just for you
  • It's crunchy, golden, and packed with wholesome ingredients that have made it a favorite in my home for years
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  • Don't skip stirring halfway during baking—this simple step ensures even toasting and keeps everything from burning
  • Adding cranberries after baking preserves their chewiness and prevents bitterness from over-toasting
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  • Use parchment paper lining for easy cleanup and prevent sticking, which keeps your granola in perfect clusters
  • The secret to clumpy granola is to not overmix your oats and wet ingredients to allow sticky clumps to form while baking

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