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Bowl of crunchy pecan granola with golden oat clusters and toasted pecans

Crunchy Pecan Granola with Honey Cinnamon and Oats

Crunchy pecan granola is a homemade oat-based snack with crisp clusters, warm cinnamon flavor, and a lightly sweet honey coating. It is a simple recipe to make for breakfast, snacking, or adding texture to your favorite treats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 15 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 376
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry ingredients
  • 6 cups rolled oats (not instant)
  • 1 cup pecans, halved (almonds or walnuts work well for a substitution)
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
Wet ingredients
  • 1 cup oil
  • 1/2 cup honey

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C).
  2. Combine the rolled oats, pecans, flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  3. Whisk the oil and honey together, then pour the mixture over the oat mixture and stir until combined.
Baking
  1. Spread the granola mixture onto a baking sheet with raised edges.
  2. Bake for 35 minutes, stirring down to the bottom of the pan several times during baking for even cooking.
  3. Bake longer if a crunchier texture is desired, while watching carefully to prevent burning.
  4. Allow the granola to cool completely after baking so the clusters can form.
Serving
  1. Serve the cooled granola with milk, yogurt, fruit, ice cream, or enjoy it on its own.

Notes

Allow the granola to cool completely after baking to help the clusters set and develop their crunchy texture.