Gather Your Ingredients You’ll need rolled oats, nuts, seeds, maple syrup or honey, oil, vanilla extract, and optional add-ins like dried fruit or coconut flakes.
Preheat Your Oven Set your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for even baking and easy cleanup.
– Mix Dry Ingredients In a large bowl, combine oats, chopped nuts, seeds, salt, and any spices like cinnamon for added flavor. –
Add Wet Ingredients Stir in maple syrup or honey, melted coconut oil or olive oil, and vanilla extract until everything is well coated.
Spread Evenly on Sheet Spread the granola mixture in an even layer on the baking sheet. Press it down lightly if you want chunkier clusters.
Bake and Stir Occasionally Bake for 20–30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes for even toasting. Watch closely so it doesn’t burn near the end.
Cool Completely Let the granola cool completely on the pan. It crisps up as it cools, so don’t rush this step!
Add Mix-Ins and Store Once cool, stir in dried fruit or chocolate chips. Store in an airtight jar at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.