Description
A wholesome blend of crunchy oats, rich pecans, and sweet dried apples that creates a delightful breakfast or snack, perfect for energizing your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup unsweetened dried apples
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped pecans, dried apples, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Add Sweetener: In a small bowl, mix honey or maple syrup with a splash of water to loosen it. Pour this mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until all are coated.
- Bake: Spread the granola mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through for even browning.
- Cool Down: Allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet to achieve crunchy clusters.
- Serve and Store: Once cooled, break apart large clusters if desired. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds. Try adding spices like nutmeg or ginger for a warm twist. For extra sweetness, drizzle more maple syrup before baking.