Megan's Granola Recipe

This 5-star granola recipe, featured on Allrecipes.com, is a family favorite! Created by Annie9, it's loved even by picky eaters. The perfect blend of oats, nuts, and seeds, baked to golden perfection with a touch of maple and honey sweetness. Get ready for a crunchy, delicious treat that's perfect for breakfast, yogurt toppings, or a healthy snack!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 362.2 kcal
Protein 17g
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Ingredients for Megan's Granola

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How to Make Megan's Granola

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine: 4 cups rolled oats, 1/2 cup wheat germ, 1/2 cup oat bran, 1/2 cup sunflower seeds, 1/2 cup sliced almonds, 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts.
  3. In a medium saucepan, whisk together: 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 2 tablespoons honey, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Bring the wet ingredients to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Pour the hot mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until evenly coated.
  5. Spread the granola mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheets.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheets.
  8. Once cooled, gently stir in 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries.
  9. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

75g

Fat

11g

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Megan's Granola?

Megan's Granola takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Megan's Granola?

Megan's Granola has approximately 362.2 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Megan's Granola?

The key ingredients for Megan's Granola are Rolled Oats, Wheat Germ, Oat Bran, Sunflower Seeds, Almonds, Pecans. See the full list with measurements above.

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