Honey Nut Granola Clusters (Print Version)

Crisp clusters of oats, nuts, and honey baked to a golden, crunchy finish for breakfast or snacking.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts), roughly chopped
03 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
04 - 1/3 cup sunflower or pumpkin seeds
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 1/2 cup honey
08 - 1/4 cup coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

# Directions:

01 - Set oven to 325°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Mix oats, nuts, shredded coconut, seeds, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl until evenly distributed.
03 - Warm honey and coconut oil or butter over low heat until fully liquefied, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
04 - Pour the wet mixture over dry ingredients and stir thoroughly to achieve uniform coating.
05 - Spread mixture evenly onto prepared baking sheet, pressing down gently to compact and help cluster formation.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through until the mixture is golden brown and fragrant.
07 - Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet without stirring, then break into clusters.
08 - Keep clusters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These clusters stay crisp for days and hold up beautifully in milk or yogurt without turning soggy.
  • You can customize the nuts, seeds, and sweetness to match exactly what you crave.
  • The whole batch comes together in one bowl and bakes hands-off while you sip your coffee.
02 -
  • Do not stir the granola after baking or you'll end up with loose bits instead of clusters—patience is everything here.
  • Pressing the mixture firmly before baking is what creates those big, chunky pieces that make this granola special.
  • If your granola browns too quickly, lower the oven temperature by 10 degrees and extend the baking time slightly.
03 -
  • Use a rimmed baking sheet to prevent the honey mixture from dripping over the edges as it bakes.
  • If you prefer smaller clusters, press the mixture less firmly before baking and break it apart sooner after cooling.
  • Toast your nuts lightly in a dry skillet before mixing them in for an extra layer of nutty flavor.
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