How To Make Your Own Granola

Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Ellen Christian

Do you know how to make your own granola? In the summer months, most of our breakfasts consist of cold cereal and fruit.  I’m just not in the mood for something heavy like pancakes, waffles or eggs when it’s hot outside. Cold cereal can get a bit tiring even after adding fruit to it.  

 

How To Make Your Own Granola

I love having granola for breakfast but the price of a box of granola cereal at the grocery store is very expensive.  I decided that I needed to learn how to make it at home a few years ago and have been doing it ever since.

Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to granola.  With a few basic ingredients as the base, you can change up the extras that you add to it.  All of the granola cereals that I have seen have a base of oats so that is what I use for mine.  To keep this gluten-free, purchase gluten-free oats as your base.  

Is granola keto-friendly?

This recipe is not keto-friendly because it contains 1 sweetener. But, there are keto granola recipes you can try if you want to. This recipe is keto-friendly. And, you can buy keto granola on Amazon to keep on hand for when you want a treat. The key is to find something that is very low carb.

What types of ingredients can I add?

Additions to granola generally include nuts, seeds, and dried fruits.   You can also add things like shredded coconut and chocolate chips if you like. I’m not fond of chocolate in my cereal so I leave that one out.   You will also need to have some type of oil and some type of sweetener.

Is homemade granola healthy for you?

Oats are high in fiber and are a great source of iron. But, this type of cereal also tends to be high in calories due to the added oil and sugar content. If you’re careful when you make your own granola, this won’t be as much of an issue. Just leave out things like chocolate chips. And, reduce the sugar as much as possible. You can even experiment with using sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit.

Here’s what you need to make your own granola:

Baking sheet – You will need to have a large baking sheet to hold the granola when you put it in the oven. You can either get a non-stick baking sheet or cover the baking sheet with parchment paper.

Airtight container – Once the granola is made and has cooled, you will need to store it in an airtight container so that it stays crunchy. If you don’t keep it covered tightly, it will lose its crunch.

This is the recipe that I make most often. You can change it to suit your tastes.

How long does granola last?

If you store your homemade granola in a tightly fitting jar in a cool, dark place ti should last for up to six months. If you make a large batch and want it to stay good for a longer period of time, just freeze it. Place the granola in a large freezer bag and toss it in the freezer.

 

How is granola made?

If you’re wondering how to make this at home, this is a very simple recipe you can follow. The oats are generally mixed with some type of oil and honey or another sweetener. Then, ingredients like dried fruits, nuts and seeds are added. It is baked until golden browned and stirred frequently to keep the mixture broken in small pieces.

How to make granola clusters

If you want to make granola clusters, the key is to not stir it as frequently while you bake it. This will leave larger chunks of granola. You can then bag these up for a snack rather than as a breakfast cereal.

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