Maple Cinnamon Spiced Granola
Granola is such a wonderful thing to make at home, for a couple of good reasons.
- It's easy. Just mix it and bake it.
- You can use any flavors you can think of pretty much. (Vanilla, peanut butter, chocolate, cinnamon etc)
- It's easy to make it healthier than store bought versions. You can use little sweetener, and make that sweetener natural like honey and maple syrup.
The smell of homemade granola as it's baking is also so nice. Just watch carefully in the last few minutes so it doesn't burn.
To make this maple cinnamon granola, just mix together the dry ingredients and then combine with the melted butter and maple syrup. Stir and then bake. Bake for about 30 minutes, stirring once of twice. I like to bake mine a little bit longer sometimes, just be very careful, like I said, to watch for burning. Also, use whatever oats you like. I prefer half large flake oats (in my Oatmeal Raisin Cookies too) because I like their texture.
I like to serve mine for breakfast with Greek Yogurt and a little drizzle of maple syrup. What's your favorite granola flavor and how do you like to serve it?
Maple Cinnamon Spiced Granola
Ingredients
- 2 cups large flake oats
- 2 cups quick oats
- 1 ½ cup mixed nuts (chopped if desired)
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ¼ cup butter (melted)
- 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 baking sheet with parchment.
- Melt butter and add syrup to it. Mix all other ingredients then add butter and syrup mix and stir to evenly coat.
- Spread on baking sheet for 30 minutes or so, stirring halfway. (I bake mine about 40 sometime, I like mine extra crispy)
- Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Disclaimer
Nutritional information is an estimate. Values vary based on products used.
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jacquee | i sugar coat it!
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
Whoa, wait what? In the microwave? Interesting.. I've never seen that!
Gillian
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
Thanks Gillian, I agree, there is no going back to store bought 🙂
Nicole
Yum -this is great! Homemade granola really is the best - you can experiment with flavours and know exactly whats in it.
pipercooks
Yes! 🙂
Aish Das-Padihari
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
You could definitely leave it out 🙂 Hope you enjoy!
Ashley @ Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen
Homemade granola is such a wonderful treat. This parfait is a great way to showcase it!
pipercooks
Thanks Ashley!
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy
Homemade granola is the best. I always have a container made in the cupboard. Great for breakfasts and adding to yogurt.
pipercooks
For sure! A healthy options for my kids to grab on their own 🙂
Marie-Pierre
Simple yet elegant and filled with nice textures and flavors! Love that your make your own mix of granola!
pipercooks
Thanks!
Veronika
I was just thinking I should make a new batch of granola yesterday. I'll give this one a try! 🙂
pipercooks
Enjoy, I hope you like it 🙂
Kimberly @ Berly's Kitchen
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
Thanks, I love maple and cinnamon together 🙂
Lynn | The Road to Honey
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
Totally agree, love anything cinnamon!
Kristine
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
I get them at Walmart, and at mine, they are right beside the quick oats!
Derek | Dad With A Pan
Yum Not only to I have to try this granola out, but I NEED to try it out in this yogurt. Looks amazing!
pipercooks
Thanks!