The Best Coconut Oil Granola Recipe Packed with Healthy Goodness
This coconut oil granola recipe combines healthy fats, protein, and fiber for a wholesome treat. It's naturally gluten-free, easy to customize, and perfect for snacking or breakfast.
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 heaping cup flaked unsweetened coconut
- 1 heaping cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/4 cup flax seeds
- 3/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons real maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup golden raisins (or other dried fruit)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C), ensuring the temperature is low enough to avoid burning the granola.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flaked coconut, sliced almonds, pistachios, flaxseeds, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the melted coconut oil, honey, and maple syrup over the dry ingredients. Stir everything with a wooden spoon or your hands until well-coated. The mixture should feel slightly wet—this ensures maximum flavor and binding.
- Spread the granola out evenly on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Keep the layer thin and even for uniform baking.
- Bake for 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through to prevent the edges from overbaking.
- Remove the pan from the oven and gently stir in the golden raisins (or your favorite dried fruit). Return it to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the granola cool on the baking sheet for at least 10-15 minutes. This step is critical for forming those coveted clusters!