This Cinnamon Maple Granola with Cranberries is a delicious and healthy alternative to store bought granola.
I've always been a cereal person, and not one much for granola. The more sugar coated, the better, and if there is a cartoon character on the box, I'm usually in.
Call me a kid! I just have always loved cereal. It was even a craving, when I was pregnant with Kelsie. I think I'd go through a box in two days time because I ate it three meals a day, plus those random bowls for snack.
Even though I have this love of cereal, I've recently ventured into this new found world of granola.
I was randomly buying bags from Target, because Archer Farms has some amazing flavors. My only complaint you don't get much in that $5 bag.
After I put some thought into it, I knew that I could make it myself for nearly the same price, but I'd end up with a lot more in volume compared.
This is probably the third of fourth batch of different flavors that I've combined. Why have I not shared any of this until now? Well, I tend to lean towards warm flavors with cinnamon, pumpkin, apple, and maple.
I've seen some tropical flavors around the net, but that just isn't my bowl of granola! <--- get it, cup of tea, bowl of granola. Ha!
What I really think I love about granola the most is that it holds the texture in milk a lot longer than cereal.
Cereal tends to get soggy in just a few minutes, where granola remains crunchy. I have also been on a kick lately where I top my vanilla Greek yogurt with it.
It goes so well together.
While looking at some other blogs recently, I even saw where Rebecca from Strength and Sunshine used granola to top a berry crisp! Smart idea. Another use for homemade granola.
This granola, like all granola recipes is so easy! I make most of my granola with the same mixed nuts. It's a combination can from Planter's that include hazelnuts, almonds, pistachios, pecans, walnuts, and peanuts.
Rolled oats is the way to go. Instant won't work at all for granola. Ick!
Cinnamon Maple Granola with Cranberries ingredients:
- old fashioned rolled oats
- mixed nuts
- dried cranberries
- cinnamon
- salt
- vanilla extract
- maple syrup
- oil
TIPS FOR PERFECT GRANOLA:
Always use rolled oats. Quick cooking oats won’t give you the same texture, as you see in granola.
Line your pan with parchment paper. This makes for easier clean up, and ensures that the granola doesn’t stick.
Careful not to overcook granola. Check it prior to the bake time listed on any recipe. This is because all ovens, unless calibrated, aren’t the same. You don’t want to overcook your granola.
Allow the granola to cool completely before breaking it apart. I’ve even left it on the counter overnight.
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CINNAMON MAPLE GRANOLA WITH CRANBERRIES
This Cinnamon Maple Granola with Cranberries is a delicious and healthy alternative to store bought granola.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup Planter's mixed nuts (see link above) or any nut(s) you like
- ⅔ cup dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup oil I used peanut oil, but canola would work too
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Combine the oats, nuts, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in the vanilla, maple syrup, and oil. Be sure to coat everything.
- Pour onto the lined baking sheet, make sure to create a flat surface. You don't want anything on top of each other. Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, and allow to completely cool. Toss in the cranberries, and store in an air tight container for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 662Total Fat: 35gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 30gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 73mgCarbohydrates: 84gFiber: 7gSugar: 45gProtein: 7g
robin rue says
We are big granola fans here in our house. I have never made my own, though. I need to try your recipe 🙂
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
This is the best recipe I've seen all week! I love to put granola in my yogurt, and I know this would be so yummy in it! Thank you for sharing such an awesome recipe!
Jeanette says
I love granola anyway shape or form that you can give it to me. I was put a little granola on top of the cereal that I eat because it gives it a crunch and the texture and taste that I want. I cannot wait to try this one.
Lisa Favre says
Granola is actually one of the snacks my nutritionist is happy with me eating. So I'll definitely have to try out your recipe!
Julia says
Wow - one whole cup of nuts! Love this! I always find that nuts are my favourite part of granola. Love your addition of maple syrup and cranberries also
Beth Davidson says
Looks tasty! I've never made my own granola though, it always looks so time consuming. I guess it's not as bad as I thought, looks like it's mostly mixing stuff. 🙂
Shannon Gurnee says
I love granola, but I've never made homemade granola before. This sounds like a yummy recipe.
Pam Wattenbarger says
I just love granola. My favorite way to enjoy it is on top of Greek yogurt. This cinnamon maple granola with cranberries would be perfect for that.
Terri Steffes says
I love the idea of using granola for a topping for a crumble or tart. What a great idea! It makes a fast and delicious dessert!
Joely Smith says
That looks so yummy and much healthier than most snacks! I like that I can adjust the ingredients to my liking too! Thank you for the inspiration!
Tomi C says
Your recipe looks delicious. I would swirl this granola in some yogurt and enjoy as an afternoon snack. I never knew it was easy to make granola. I will definitely have to try this recipe. Looking forward to your other granola recipes.
Cassie says
I've never tried to make my own granola so I think I might just have to give this recipe a try! I have all the ingredients in my cupboard at the moment too
Marcie W. says
Yummy! The flavors in this granola get me super excited for fall. It would be phenomenal sprinkled over yogurt or oatmeal.
Amber Myers says
Oh yum, I bet this is amazing. I enjoy everything in this granola, so I'll have to make it soon.
Karen Morse says
Cinnamon is one of my favorite flavors! I think this granola is SO worth putting together. I'm sure it goes so well with yogurt in the morning! Thanks for the lovely idea!
Kelly Hutchinson says
These are all of my favorite flavors in one recipe! This would be yummy to snack on as it is or on my morning yogurt. Cannot wait to make this!
Marysa says
I like how you used maple syrup instead of just sugar or honey - I find a lot of granolas to be too sweet. This sounds really good and it sounds like a nice balance of flavors between the cinnamon and cranberries.
Dogvills says
I love healthy snacks like this and it's time I make my own. Thanks for the recipe.
Rachel says
this looks so good and easy. I will have to try it. i am sure it will be delicious and cheaper than buying it at the store.
AnnMarie John says
Granola is awesome because you can have it as is or you can add it to you overnight oats, smoothie bowls, or plain yogurt! It's really versatile and it's healthy too!
Adriana Lopez Martin says
Super nice granola recipe, perfect for breakfast or as a snack. Homemade granola is wonderful because we can control the ingredients and flavors we add. Perfect recipe =)
Jessica Joachim says
This looks so delicious! I need to make this myself. It would be a perfect breakfast addition or snack to take with me.
Veronika says
I use granola almost every day in my breakfast. I would love to try your recipe for this fall season!
Veena Azmanov says
I love homemade granola recipe - I use coconut oil in mine.. Love the mix of nuts you have in this one.. I wish I could find something ready made like this. Yum.
Lindsey Mozgai says
I love granola! I eat granola bars almost every single morning so I can't wait to try this recipe. Homemade granola recipes are a weakness of mine.
Melissa Chapman says
That picture of the granola is so well done. I look at that and say I want some and it looks so hearty and healthy. I am an oatmeal lover so I also love granola the sweeter cousin.
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says
We love our granola and homemade is best. I like your choice of ingredients -- great tasting and good for you!! I like putting granola on yogurt and even baked fruit. That crunch gives it a nice touch.
Alicia Taylor says
Oh yum! I am so gee you didn't add artificially colored/flavored candies. Lighttly sweetened with just a hint of maple syrup is perfect!
Kristina says
This looks delicious and I'd love to make it! I like granola on my yogurt and some cereals too! Love the sweetness of cranberries.
Jeanine says
Yum I absolutely love cinnamon and maple! This sounds like it would be just amazing. I can't wait to give it a try!
Farrah Less says
We love granola either for breakfast or midnight snacks. Its healthy and delicious perfect for hiking too light and tasty threats.
Anna nuttall says
Yum this look delish. I just started to like granola so this recipe is right up my street.
Carolyn says
My kids need a healthy snack for school. They love cinnamon and maple so I need to try this recipe.
HilLesha says
How delicious! This would be the perfect way to start the morning. Thank you for sharing the recipe!
Noel says
So many of my favorite ingredients in this recipe. I haven't made homemade granola in a while ... it's time, I think! This recipe will be the one i use for this next round.
Chrystal | Nevermore Lane says
Cinnamon Maple Granola with Cramberries??? yes, please! I am always looking gor good granola recipes. This one looks amazing and I cant wait to try it.
Catherine says
I always make my own granola...this sounds so good! Perfect new recipe to try!
Blythe Alpern says
I love granola but I often don't buy it because store bought has so much sugar and preservatives in it I don't need. Making it at home sounds like the perfect way to create granola just how I like it.
Cindy Ingalls says
There is nothing like homemade granola. I love mixing it with yogurt or adding some on top of my smoothie bowls.
Victoria Heckstall says
This looks pretty cool, amazing, and yummy! I want to have a try of these.
Amber Nelson says
That looks so delicious! I am a big fan of granola and I would love to try this recipe!
ricci says
This granola sounds perfect for fall!! I would love to make this and take it to work with me to snack on!! YUM!!
Adaleta says
Okay now this sounds really yummy!
Lynsey says
Yum! I love granola and maple, it goes together perfectly!
Charlotte says
oo this looks delish and full of goodness! I quite like the cinnamon flavour combined with cranberry
Lynndee says
Love, love, love granola! But I haven't tried making my own granola yet. That looks really good. Can't wait to try it!
Aduke Schulist says
This looks yummy. I am a big fan of granola but my kids couldn't care less. I like it over some yogurt or a smoothie bowl
Tim B says
I love dried cranberries probably even more than I like raisins. Surprised they aren't used more often in products and recipes.
Brittany says
Oh yeah! I need to make this asap! It looks delicious and I am in love with granola and Greek yogurt!
Toughcookiemommy says
These flavor combinations sound delicious. This would be the perfect breakfast for me to take on the go when I am rushing to work in the morning during the school year.
Marielle Altenor says
Yummy! I've only had homemade granola once and it was amazing! I'm tempted to give this recipe a try!
Yasmin Ali says
I've been looking for granola recipie, such perfect timing! I can't wait to try this out for my new morning breakfast!
lydia says
Ooh, this looks delicious! I love granola in the fall, a perfect snack or breakfast item!