Homemade Granola

My favorite granola recipe is not only thrifty but a cinch to make.  I usually make two batches and rotate the baking sheets in the oven for even baking. 

Homemade Granola 

3 c. old fashioned oatmeal

½ c. nuts

½ c. coconut

1/3 c. canola oil

½ c. pancake syrup or honey

1 tsp. cinnamon (optional)

1 c. dried fruit

1 c. All-Bran (original) 

Preheat oven to 300°.  Spray a large baking sheet with non-stick spray. 

In a large mixing bowl thoroughly combine oatmeal, nuts, coconut, oil and syrup.  Spread evenly on baking sheet.  Bake for 20 minutes.  Stir granola and return to oven for 15 minutes more.  Remove granola from oven, sprinkle with dried fruit and All-Bran, stir again and allow to cool completely.  Store in airtight container. 

Nuts – use slivered or sliced almonds, peanuts, chopped pecans or walnuts. 

Dried fruit – use raisins, cranberries, cherries, blueberries, banana chips, apples, etc. 

Use your imagination to come up with multiple variations of granola flavors like almond blueberry, cinnamon raisin spice, or banana walnut.   

Sprinkle some granola on top of your homemade yogurt.  Heaven!! 

Consider giving granola as a gift too.  Delicious, nutritious and very budget friendly.  Enjoy!