Is homemade granola a healthy snack?

The short answer is it depends on the recipe. This granola recipe is made with whole foods and naturally sweetened. It's full of whole-grain oats and plant-based protein. You can feel good about eating this nutrient-packed cereal as part of a well-balanced diet.

Is it cheaper to make your own granola?

Yes, homemade granola is more affordable than store-bought.

Can I make this granola in the oven?

Yes. To do so, preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Spread the granola evenly on a lined sheet pan. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. The granola is done when the oats are golden brown. The granola will crisp up as it cools. Add the dried fruit last.

Air Fryer Granola (Gluten-Free Option)

Name: Air Fryer Granola (Gluten-Free Option)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 5
Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats (use gluten-free, if necessary); ¼ chopped almonds; ¼ pumpkin seeds; 2 tablespoons raisins; ¼ teaspoon sea salt; 3 tablespoons maple syrup; 3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted

Ingredients

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1 cup rolled oats (use gluten-free, if necessary)
1/4 chopped almonds
1/4 pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons raisins
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine the oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, raisins, sea salt, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Stir to combine.
Line the basket of your air fryer with parchment paper to prevent the granola from falling through the basket.
Pour the granola into the basket on top of the parchment paper. Set the temperature to 350°F for 12 minutes, stopping once to open the basket and gently stir the ingredients.
When the granola is done cooking, the oats will have started to turn a golden brown.
Carefully remove the parchment paper from the air fryer basket and pour the granola into a glass storage jar or bowl.
Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Look for old-fashioned rolled oats for this recipe as opposed to quick cooking or steel cut oats.
Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to bake the granola in two batches. You don’t want to overcrowd your air fryer basket.
If you want to make a chocolate version of this recipe, add two teaspoons of cocoa powder or cacao powder to this mixture before baking.
Store any leftover granola in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. Or, you can freeze the granola for up to 2 months.
Serve your granola with your choice of dairy milk, plant milk, yogurt, or chia pudding.
Some air fryers need to be preheated. Be sure to read the manufacturer’s guide for your specific air fryer model to determine if it needs to be preheated.

Author: Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Air fryer
Cuisine: Healthy
Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/5 of recipe
Calories: 267
Sugar: 10.1 g
Sodium: 118.7 mg
Fat: 14.8 g
Saturated Fat: 7.8 g
Carbohydrates: 26.2 g
Fiber: 3.4 g
Protein: 5.9 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg