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Honey Pecan Granola

Delicious Honey Pecan Granola for Your Homemade Breakfast Bliss

Enjoy the wholesome taste of Honey Pecan Granola, a customizable breakfast option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Base
  • 1/2 cup Honey Use maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Offers a rich caramel flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Salted Butter Can swap for neutral oil or vegan butter.
For the Flavor Enhancers
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract for best taste.
For the Granola Base
  • 1 cup Pecan Pieces Use whole or chopped.
  • 3 cups Rolled Oats Hearty base for granola.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine honey, brown sugar, salted butter, and a pinch of salt. Heat over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until combined.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, pour the rolled oats and pecan pieces, drizzle the sweet syrup over them, and mix thoroughly.
  5. Spread the mixture on the baking sheet evenly and bake for 20-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  6. Let the granola cool on the baking sheet for about 30 minutes.
  7. Break into clusters and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep granola fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 month or freeze for up to 6 months.

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