Granola Clusters

Nutritious & Cheap Granola Clusters

Crunchy, golden, and packed with goodness—this homemade granola is not only better than store-bought, but also customisable and budget-friendly. Perfect for breakfast or snacking!

Ingredients:

• 80g (⅓ cup) coconut oil (or olive oil)
• 80g (¼ cup) honey (or maple syrup)
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 200g (2 cups) oats
• 120g (1 cup) mixed nuts, roughly chopped
• A pinch of salt
• 30g (⅓ cup) desiccated coconut (or coconut flakes—see note below)
• 75g (½ cup) raisins

Method:

1. Preheat & Prep:

   • Heat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. Warm the Wet Ingredients:

   • In a small pan, gently heat the coconut oil and honey (or maple syrup) until melted and combined. Stir in the cinnamon.

3. Mix the Dry Ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, mix the oats, chopped nuts, salt, and desiccated coconut.
   • If using coconut flakes instead of desiccated coconut, add them in the last 5 minutes of baking to prevent burning.

4. Combine & Bake:

   • Pour the warm honey and oil mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
   • Spread the mixture evenly over the prepared tray and bake for 25-30 minutes.

5. Stir & Watch Closely:

   • Check the granola after 15 minutes—give it a stir if it’s browning too quickly, or rotate the tray if your oven has hot spots.
   • You may not need the full 30 minutes, so keep an eye on it.

6. Add Raisins & Cool Completely:

   • Once golden brown, remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle over the raisins.
   • Do not stir—let it cool completely on the tray to form those delicious clusters.
   • After 35 minutes, once fully cooled, transfer to a jar.

Storage Tips:

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a month—if it lasts that long!
• Ensure the granola is completely cool before sealing the jar to prevent condensation and sogginess.

This granola is crunchy, full of texture, and naturally sweetened—perfect with yogurt, milk, or straight from the jar!

Enjoy

Del x