Honey Almond Granola

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
32%
Honey Almond Granola
60 min.
6
658kcal

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Start your day off on a deliciously wholesome note with our Honey Almond Granola! This delightful recipe brings together the goodness of old-fashioned oats, crunchy sliced almonds, and a hint of aromatic cardamom, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will keep you energized throughout the morning.

Not only is this granola vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for a wide range of dietary preferences, but it is also incredibly easy to prepare. In just 60 minutes, you can have a jar full of this golden, crisp granola that will serve approximately six people. It’s ideal for brunch gatherings or as a quick breakfast option for busy weekdays!

The natural sweetness of honey complements the chewiness of dried apricots and pears, while sesame seeds add an extra layer of delightful crunch. Enjoy it on its own, sprinkle it on top of Greek-style yogurt, or mix it into smoothies for added texture and flavor. Best of all, this granola can be made in larger batches and stored, so you always have a tasty and nutritious option within reach. With its rich nutritional profile—packed with essential proteins, healthy fats, and robust carbohydrates—our Honey Almond Granola is not just a treat, but a wholesome start to your day!

Ingredients

  • cup almonds with skin (1/4 pound) sliced
  • 0.5 cup apricot dried finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup pears dried finely chopped
  • teaspoon ground cardamom 
  • tablespoons honey 
  • ounces oats 
  • 0.3 cup sesame seed 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • servings greek yogurt greek-style

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle. Oil a 4-sided sheet pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. Stir together oats, almonds, and sesame seeds in a large bowl.
  3. Heat oil, honey, cardamom, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small saucepan over low heat (or in a microwave) until heated through. Stir into oat mixture.
  4. Spread evenly in sheet pan and bake, stirring once, until golden, 20 to 25 minutes.
  5. Cool granola completely in pan (it will crisp as it cools), then stir in fruit.
  6. Granola keeps, frozen in an airtight container, up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

Calories658kcal
Protein18.42%
Fat37.11%
Carbs44.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.28
Glycemic Load
21.22
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
28.028261024019%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.38mg
Catechin
0.2mg
Epigallocatechin
0.4mg
Epicatechin
0.09mg
Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
0.4mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:658.27kcal
32.91%
Fat:28.04g
43.14%
Saturated Fat:3.79g
23.68%
Carbohydrates:75.62g
25.21%
Net Carbohydrates:66.62g
24.22%
Sugar:40g
44.45%
Cholesterol:10mg
3.33%
Sodium:78.28mg
3.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.32g
62.64%
Manganese:2.25mg
112.52%
Phosphorus:577.39mg
57.74%
Selenium:35.3µg
50.44%
Vitamin B2:0.86mg
50.38%
Magnesium:153.62mg
38.41%
Vitamin E:5.73mg
38.2%
Fiber:9g
36%
Calcium:359.89mg
35.99%
Copper:0.71mg
35.75%
Vitamin K:29.26µg
27.86%
Zinc:3.74mg
24.95%
Vitamin B12:1.4µg
23.33%
Iron:4.17mg
23.15%
Potassium:797.85mg
22.8%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.6%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.65%
Vitamin B5:1.31mg
13.06%
Vitamin B3:2.25mg
11.25%
Folate:41.92µg
10.48%
Vitamin A:399.6IU
7.99%
Vitamin C:1.33mg
1.62%
Source:Epicurious