Almond Granola, Honey Style

I ❤️ granola.

And this dish, given to me by my sister Kelly, is the first granola recipe I’ve ever made in my life. Since posting this dish, back in 2011, I’ve made dozens of batches and have posted at least 7 more from-scratch granola recipes here on SS. What A regular here about this method most, is that it’s a small batch recipe that consists of 7 ingredients and yields about 3 cups. The ingredients are simple and are most likely on hand and in your kitchen already and it’s also a blank canvas and can be easily customized. Maybe try adding dried fruit like dates, raisins or apricots. You could add coconut flakes, a blend of different nuts and/or milk or dark chocolate chips.

The world is your oyster when it comes to this simple yet satisfying honey almond granola recipe!!

To cook this Almond Granola Gather:

• unsalted butter (melted) – Lends richness and flavor.
• honey – Adds sweetness and distinct flavor.
• vanilla – Lends distinct warmth and enhances the flavors in this granola.
• sliced almonds – Or substitute with pecans or walnuts.
• whole wheat flour – Acts as a binder, creating clusters during baking.
• old fashioned oats – The base for this granola, adds chewy yet crispy texture.
• fine salt – Use sea salt or pink himalayan.

Preheat your oven to 350°F (or 180°C).

Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a liquid measuring cup add 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract and 1/4 teaspoon fine salt.

Stir to combine.

In medium mixing bowl, measure and add 1-1/2 cups old fashioned rolled oats, 1/2 cup whole wheat flour and 1/3 cup sliced almonds.

Mix to combined.

Pour the vanilla honey butter mixture over top of the oats and almond mixture.

Stir until the granola forms clumps and the honey mixture is evenly distributed.

Transfer the granola mixture to the prepared pan.

Spread it out evenly and bake on the middle rack of your pre-heated oven for 10 minutes.

Remove, gently toss with a spatula, spread back out and place back in the oven for 5-8 more minutes – watch carefully to avoid burning. Once baked, remove and let cool.

Store in an air-tight container or resealable bag for up to 1 month.

Ways to Enjoy Kitchen-made Granola:

This granola is so versatile! Add it to your regular yogurt or on top of ice cream. For a snack, mix it with your regular dried fruit and/or dark chocolate chunks! However, I genuinely love it with sliced bananas, with or without fresh berries, but surely with milk (or kefir) poured over top!

Enjoy! And if you give this Honey Almond Granola recipe a try, let me know! Snap a photo and tag me on twitter or instagram!