Almond Granola Recipe

This crunchy, homemade almond granola is bursting with flavor! Sweet honey and cinnamon combine perfectly with nutty almonds and juicy blueberries for a delicious and healthy breakfast or snack. Inspired by a magazine find, this recipe is easy to follow and delivers a satisfyingly golden-brown granola in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 129.6 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Almond Granola

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Almond Granola

  • Apple Cider
  • 1/4 cup almond butter
  • Liquid Honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 cups rolled oats
  • Sliced Almonds
  • Dried Blueberries

How to Make Almond Granola

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup apple cider, 1/4 cup almond butter, 1/4 cup honey, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the almond butter is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
  2. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  3. Stir in 3 cups rolled oats and 1 cup sliced almonds.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly onto a rimmed baking sheet.
  5. Bake in the center of a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until lightly golden.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup blueberries.
  7. Continue baking for another 12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking into clusters. Store in an airtight container.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

2g

Carbs

6g