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This homemade granola with almond and coconut is simple and quick to prepare, and this basic recipe can yield lots of creative variations.

Have you ever wanted to make your own granola? With this easy Almond Coconut Granola Recipe, now you can.

Homemade Granola with Almonds

This almond coconut granola is simple and quick to prepare, and this basic recipe can yield lots of creative variations! Sometimes, the simplest things can go the longest way!

You’ll find this granola in my pantry at all times. It’s fantastic with yogurt or on salads, and the kids love it as a lunch side or school snack! It goes great with everything!

It’s crunchy, nutritious, and super easy to customize to your favorite flavors and to make it allergy-friendly! Bonus: it lasts 1 to 2 months, but I bet it will not take that long to disappear from your pantry!

Ingredients

What makes this almond coconut granola so epic? Real and nutritious ingredients! Amounts are in the recipe card, but first, check out what I include:

Rolled oats: the main ingredient of this granola; they add fiber and nutrients.
Slivered almonds: add texture and tons of nutrition.
Pumpkin seeds: packed with antioxidants and minerals, make a great addition to granola.
Shredded sweet coconut: I love adding coconut to my granola!
Flax seed: use golden or toasted.
Sucanat: or you can use brown sugar instead.
Maple syrup: for sweetness.
Vegetable oil: liquid coconut oil also works!
Salt: it enhances all the flavors.
Raisins or cranberries: or your favorite dried fruit!

How to Make Almond Coconut Granola

Easy peasy! Making this almond coconut granola is as simple and combining ingredients and baking. Here’s what you need to know about the steps:

Prep
Before mixing the ingredients, preheat the oven and line two baking sheets.
Combine
Use one bowl to combine oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, shredded coconut, and flax. In another bowl, combine sucanat, maple syrup, oil, and salt. Then, pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until evenly coated.
Cook
Bake for about 50 minutes, stirring every 15 to 20 minutes to achieve an even color.
Add the fruit
Once the granola is done, remove it from the oven and add the raising or cranberries. Allow to cool down before storing.

Storing Leftovers

Allow the almond coconut granola to cool down so it doesn’t release any steam once you store it. Once cooled, place it in an airtight container and store for up to 1 to 2 months.

More Lunchbox Sides

Simple lunchbox sides like this granola can take your school meals from great to amazing! And it doesn’t have to be complicated! These homemade fruit cups and these apple chips are packed with nutrition and kids love them!

I’m sure your little ones will also devour these homemade Doritos, this trail mix with dried fruit and these epic oatmeal raisin granola bars that make a terrific alternative for granola. Awesome!

Almond Coconut Granola

Servings: 14

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 50

Total Time: 1

This homemade granola with almond and coconut is simple and quick to prepare, and this basic recipe can yield lots of creative variations.

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Ingredients

3 cups rolled oats
1 cup slivered almonds
1 cup pumpkin seeds
¾ cup shredded sweet coconut
¼ cup flax seed, golden or toasted
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons sucanat, or brown sugar
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons maple syrup
¼ cup vegetable oil, sometimes I use coconut oil in liquid form
¾ teaspoon salt
1 cup raisins or cranberries

Instructions

Prep:

Preheat the oven to 250F, and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats (not waxed paper).

Combine:

In a large bowl, combine the oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, shredded coconut, and flax.
In a separate bowl, combine the sucanat, maple syrup, oil, and salt.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and mix well until all are evenly coated.

Cook:

Pour onto the baking sheets, and cook for 50 minutes, stirring every 15 to 20 minutes to achieve an even color.
Remove from oven, and add the raisins. Allow the granola to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.