Homemade granola is so easy to make. If you haven’t done it, you really should try it. It’s super easy the kids can help make, and it tastes so good. I like to control the ingredients in my food. This granola recipe focuses on honey-nut flavors. You can use peanut butter or almond butter. I added chocolate chips because it would be extra fun for the kids, but you really don’t need to. This is one of my favorite flavor combinations, and it’s super quick and easy to make. It makes a delicious breakfast or afternoon snack.
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Baking time: 20 minutes
yield: about 6 cups granola
raw material
4 cups rolled oats (not instant)
1 cup flaked almonds
3/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
1/2 cup peanut or almond butter
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup brown sugar, tightly packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
instruct
1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together rolled oats, almonds, and mini chocolate chips.
3. In a microwave-safe container, whisk together the peanut butter, honey, brown sugar, and vanilla until fully combined. Microwave for 20-30 seconds until the mixture is thin.
4. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the oat mixture and toss together until there are no loose oats.
5. Spread the oats on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes. Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container.
