Maple Cinnamon Granola | Granola is so easy to make at home and super easy to customize. This delicious recipe features oats, nuts, and coconut and the cozy flavors of pure maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Try your homemade cinnamon granola like cereal with milk, in yogurt parfaits, or on top of a smoothie bowl.
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Granola is a wonderful recipe to make at home, for a few reasons.
- Making your own granola is easy - just mix and bake.
- You can customize the flavors.
- It's more budget-friendly than buying the same amount of granola - oats are usually a great price.
- The aromas in the kitchen are dreamy.
- Made with pantry staples.
- Fresher than store-bought granola.
- Great for meal prep!
I prefer using half large flake oats and half rolled oats, (just like in my overnight oats recipes) because I like their texture and I like a crunchy granola.
Making homemade cinnamon granola is easier than you think and makes your kitchen smell so cozy.
I like to use this granola in a parfait as shown in the picture, layered with Greek yogurt and topped with maple syrup.
You can also pair it with milk and eat it like cereal, or try it with strawberry milk from our sister site The Veggie Yaya. You can also top a mango smoothie bowl, or a strawberry smoothie bowl like on our other sister site My Plant Based Bowl.
Ingredients
See the recipe card for exact amounts.
- Oats: 4 cups of oats make up the base of this recipe. I like to make sure to use at least half this amount of large flake oats because they have a nice crunchy texture when baked. I use rolled oats for the rest. Make sure to use rolled oats and not quick oats - quick oats would bake a lot faster.
- Coconut: I use unsweetened coconut in my granola, this adds great flavor and texture. Sometimes I use large coconut flakes as you can see in the photo above. I'll just break them up by hand when adding them in.
- Mixed nuts: You can use any combination of mixed nuts for this recipe. Leave them whole or chop them. Gives a little crunch.
- Maple Syrup: adds sweetness and helps stick everything together.
- Butter: helps everything toast in the oven.
- Spices: a mix of ground cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Vanilla extract: For a hint of aromatic warmth.
Substitutions
- Maple syrup: try honey instead. Or a mixture of maple syrup and brown sugar.
- Butter: You can use coconut oil or a neutral cooking oil instead.
Did you know? Old fashioned oats and rolled oats are the same thing.
Instructions
Prep Tips
To mix the granola:
Melt the butter and mix it with the maple syrup.
Mix the dry ingredients together in a large mixing bowl. Add the wet ingredients and mix well.
To bake the granola:
Pour the oat mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown, stirring halfway.
To store the granola:
Let the granola cool to room temperature. Store in a container with a lid for up to two weeks.
Tips for making Granola
What to serve with Granola
Granola and yogurt parfaits make a delicious snack or breakfast. Just layer the granola and yogurt in a cup or bowl and it's ready. You can also add them on top of a mango smoothie bowl or simply serve it in a bowl with milk and eat it like cereal.
Storage
Store your granola in an airtight container like a mason jar or other storage container with a lid. It should last for up to two weeks.
Make sure to let the granola cool completely before storing it. Storing warm granola means that escaping moisture can get trapped and cause the granola to go bad.
FAQs
If you use certified gluten free oats then this recipe is gluten free. Oats don't contain gluten but can be processed in the same plants and grown close to ingredients containing gluten and therefore need to be certified. Check your products!
Recipe
Maple Cinnamon Spiced Granola
Ingredients
- 2 cups large flake oats
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 ½ cup mixed nuts whole or chopped
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon maple extract
- 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter and then combine with the syrup and spices.
- Mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl. Add the butter mixture and stir to coat.
- Spread the granola mix on the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown, stirring halfway.
- Let cool completely and store in an airtight container.
Equipment
Notes
Nutritional information is an estimate. Values vary based on products used. Read our full Nutrition Disclaimer.
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This post was originally posted on March 6, 2017.
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jacquee | i sugar coat it! says
Couldn't agree more - I am a granola freak!! Since I learned to make it in the microwave, with oven-like results, I turn out batches fast and furious :). Cinnamon makes everything special - LOVE!
pipercooks says
Whoa, wait what? In the microwave? Interesting.. I've never seen that!
Gillian says
I love granola and have ran out of my home-made granola a while ago now. Just cannot bring myself to buy store bought granola anymore. Once you make your own there really is no going back is there? Your recipe looks wonderful and I've pinned it for later. I love cinnamon and I'd eat it exactly as you do with plain yoghurt and maple syrup. Delicious!
pipercooks says
Thanks Gillian, I agree, there is no going back to store bought 🙂
Nicole says
Yum -this is great! Homemade granola really is the best - you can experiment with flavours and know exactly whats in it.
pipercooks says
Yes! 🙂
Aish Das-Padihari says
I love granola but not a fan of cinnamon. I have to try this without cinnamon and I'm hoping I would be able to do justice to this recipe.
pipercooks says
You could definitely leave it out 🙂 Hope you enjoy!
Ashley @ Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen says
Homemade granola is such a wonderful treat. This parfait is a great way to showcase it!
pipercooks says
Thanks Ashley!
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy says
Homemade granola is the best. I always have a container made in the cupboard. Great for breakfasts and adding to yogurt.
pipercooks says
For sure! A healthy options for my kids to grab on their own 🙂
Marie-Pierre says
Simple yet elegant and filled with nice textures and flavors! Love that your make your own mix of granola!
pipercooks says
Thanks!
Veronika says
I was just thinking I should make a new batch of granola yesterday. I'll give this one a try! 🙂
pipercooks says
Enjoy, I hope you like it 🙂
Kimberly @ Berly's Kitchen says
Homemade granola is so much better than store bought. Love the flavors you've used. Maple is always a great option and cinnamon is lovely! This sounds wonderful. 🙂
pipercooks says
Thanks, I love maple and cinnamon together 🙂
Lynn | The Road to Honey says
Homemade granola is so much tastier than store bought in my book. And you're right. . .it doesn't take very much effort so why not go for homemade? Loving the warm and cozy flavor of this one (one can never have enough cinnamon in my world).
pipercooks says
Totally agree, love anything cinnamon!
Kristine says
I have really been into granola and oatmeal lately... maybe because of the winter! This recipe looks delicious. I've actually never seen large flake oats before. Are they sold at most grocery stores?
pipercooks says
I get them at Walmart, and at mine, they are right beside the quick oats!
Derek | Dad With A Pan says
Yum Not only to I have to try this granola out, but I NEED to try it out in this yogurt. Looks amazing!
pipercooks says
Thanks!