Homemade Granola

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown sugar, coconut, wheat germ, cinnamon, and nutmeg. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins In a separate small bowl, whisk together the water, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir well to ensure everything is evenly coated. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Spread the mixture in a thin, even layer on a large baking sheet. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs Bake in the preheated oven, stirring every 15 minutes to prevent burning and encourage even browning, until the granola is golden brown and crunchy, about 1 hour total. (60 minutes)

Recipe View 30 mins Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet. The granola will crisp up further as it cools. (30 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Once cooled, transfer the granola to a large bowl and stir in the raisins (or other dried fruit) and almonds (or other nuts/seeds). (5 minutes)

Recipe View 0 mins Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.