Chunky granola clusters with oats, mixed nuts, and honey—baked golden for snacking, breakfast, or yogurt.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts), roughly chopped
03 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
04 - 1/4 cup sunflower seeds (optional)
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 1/2 cup honey (substitute 1/2 cup maple syrup for a vegan option)
08 - 1/3 cup melted coconut oil (or 1/3 cup unsalted butter)
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Add-Ins
10 - 1/2 cup dried fruit (cranberries, raisins, or chopped dates) — add after baking if using
11 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips — add after baking if using
# How To Make It:
01 - Heat the oven to 325°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, stir together the oats, chopped mixed nuts, shredded coconut, sunflower seeds, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - Whisk the honey, melted coconut oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until smooth and uniform.
04 - Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly, ensuring all oat and nut pieces are evenly coated.
05 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared sheet, spread into an even layer and press down firmly with a spatula to create a compact surface that encourages chunk formation.
06 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, rotating the sheet halfway through; do not stir while baking so clusters form and brown evenly.
07 - Remove the sheet from the oven and allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet — it will crisp as it cools.
08 - Once fully cooled, break the slab into large clusters and gently fold in dried fruit or chocolate chips if desired. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
