Homemade Granola with Dried Fruits

Elevate your breakfast game with this irresistible Homemade Granola with Dried Fruits—crunchy, wholesome, and packed with natural goodness. This easy-to-make recipe combines old-fashioned rolled oats, nutrient-rich almonds and pecans, and a hint of sunflower seeds for a perfect crunch. Sweetened naturally with honey and fragrant vanilla, it’s lightly spiced with cinnamon for a warm, comforting flavor. The addition of dried cranberries, apricots, and raisins brings bursts of sweetness and chewy texture, making this granola both satisfying and versatile. Ready in just 45 minutes, this homemade granola is perfect for meal prep and can be enjoyed as a topping for yogurt, with your favorite milk, or simply by the handful. It stores well in an airtight container for up to two weeks, making it a go-to for healthy snacking or easy breakfasts on busy mornings.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup raw almonds
• 1 cup raw pecans
• 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
• 0.25 cup coconut oil
• 0.5 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup dried apricots
• 0.5 cup raisins

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, almonds, pecans, and sunflower seeds. Mix well.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the honey and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the coconut oil mixture over the oat mixture. Add ground cinnamon and salt, and stir until everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

Spread the granola mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.

Step 6

Bake for 30-35 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even toasting. Bake until the granola is golden brown and fragrant.

Step 7

Remove the granola from the oven and allow it to cool completely on the baking sheet.

Step 8

Once cooled, add the dried cranberries, dried apricots, and raisins. Toss to combine.

Step 9

Transfer the granola to an airtight container for storage. It can be stored at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(936.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4364.4

Total Fat 261.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 42.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1236.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 469.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 73.4g	0%
Total Sugars 233.1g
Protein 88.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 737.4mg	0%
Iron 23.1mg	0%
Potassium 4150.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.3%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 40.9%