Honey Almond Granola

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

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Start the day right with a sweet and crunchy Honey Almond Granola! This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is perfect for a morning meal, brunch, or a satisfying breakfast. With only 658 calories per serving, you can indulge in this delicious treat without any guilt.

Packed with 18.42% protein, 37.11% fat, and 44.47% carbs, this granola is a well-balanced snack that will fuel your day. The base of this granola is made from old-fashioned oats, sliced almonds with skin, and sesame seeds, providing a delightful crunch. The unique blend of dried apricots, dried pears, and ground cardamom adds a burst of flavor that is simply irresistible.

To make this delectable granola, you'll need just a handful of simple ingredients and a few basic pieces of equipment. In less than an hour, you'll have a batch of homemade Honey Almond Granola ready to serve. Pair it with Greek-style yogurt for a complete and satisfying breakfast or snack.

Don't let this opportunity slip away – dive into the world of homemade granola and experience the difference in taste and quality. Your taste buds will thank you, and you'll have the satisfaction of knowing exactly what goes into your morning meal. So, grab your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a breakfast sensation that will last you through the busiest of days.

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 rolled 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