Description
Crunchy homemade granola baked with cooked barley, rolled oats, and toasted mixed nuts, sweetened with honey and coconut oil. This wholesome and flavorful granola is perfect to enjoy with yogurt, milk, or as a nutritious snack.
Ingredients
Grains and Nuts
- 1 cup cooked barley (dry and cooled)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup mixed nuts
Wet Ingredients
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
Additional Ingredients
- ¼ cup dried fruit
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325 °F (165 °C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the granola evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked barley, rolled oats, and mixed nuts, ensuring they are well distributed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Drizzle the honey and melted coconut oil over the dry mixture and stir thoroughly so all the grains and nuts are coated evenly.
- Bake the Granola: Spread the mixture in an even layer on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through to promote even toasting and prevent burning.
- Add Dried Fruit: Once baked and golden, remove the granola from the oven and stir in the dried fruit to distribute it throughout the granola while still warm.
- Cool and Store: Allow the granola to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight jar for storage. This helps maintain its crunchy texture.
Notes
- Store granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks to preserve freshness and crunch.
- Feel free to customize the nuts and dried fruits according to your preference.
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
