Cranberry Walnut Granola (Printable)

Lightly sweetened granola with oats, dried cranberries, and walnuts, perfect for breakfast or snacking.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup raw walnut halves, coarsely chopped
03 - 1 cup dried cranberries
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes (optional)
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
08 - 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or neutral vegetable oil
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

# How To Cook:

01 - Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine oats, walnuts, coconut flakes (if using), cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
03 - Whisk together maple syrup (or honey), melted oil, and vanilla extract in a small bowl.
04 - Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until oats are evenly coated.
05 - Spread the granola mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and fragrant.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet; granola will crisp as it cools.
08 - Once cooled, stir in dried cranberries evenly throughout the granola.
09 - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It balances sweet and tart in a way that feels like a secret treat just for you
  • The wholesome walnuts add a rich, satisfying crunch that makes every bite memorable
02 -
  • Don’t rush the cooling phase—the granola crisps up beautifully once fully cooled, so patience here is key
  • Adding the dried cranberries after baking keeps them soft and delicious instead of dried out and tough
03 -
  • Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and even baking
  • Stir halfway through baking to prevent burning and promote even toasting

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