Updated 7th October 2024
RECIPE: Cinnamon Pecan Granola
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This is a recipe from my new book, The Food for Life Cookbook.
This granola makes a brilliant breakfast with kefir and fruit, but it’s also a useful base for other recipes, like crumble. Packed with nuts, it’s great for your blood sugar response, and the oat bran is an easy win for getting more fibre into your diet. Don’t move the pan after it comes out of the oven to ensure you get big, delicious clusters.
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Serves: 10 portions
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Plant Count: 10
Fibre: 5–10g per portion
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
60g flaked almonds (1/2 cup)
100g pecan nuts, roughly chopped (1 cup)
120g oat bran (1 cup)
85g mixed seeds (2/3 cup)
40g coconut flakes (1/3 cup)
2 tbsp chia seeds
2 tbsp ground flaxseed
2 tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
1 tbsp almond butter
100ml olive oil (1/3 cup + 2 tbsp)
4 tbsp honey
Swaps
Any nut butter for almond butter
Any nuts for pecan nuts
Method
Preheat the oven to 150°C/130°C fan/300°F/gas 2 and line a 32x22cm baking tray with baking parchment.
In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients. In a separate jug or bowl, whisk together the almond butter, olive oil, and honey until combined. Add to the dry mixture and mix until everything is thoroughly coated.
Spread the granola mix out onto the baking tray, pressing it into a single flat layer. Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden and crisp, checking halfway and turning if necessary to ensure it browns evenly.
When ready, remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the baking tray – this is really important to allow the granola to set and break into chunky pieces.
Store in an airtight container for 2–3 weeks.
Tips and Techniques
Crunchy clusters: For big, chunky granola clusters, press the mixture firmly into the tray and avoid stirring while baking or immediately after. Let it cool completely before breaking it up.
Fibre boost: The oat bran and flaxseed in this granola add a significant amount of fibre, which can help support digestion and improve blood sugar control.
Customise your granola: Feel free to swap in your favourite nuts, seeds, or dried fruits once the granola has cooled. You can also adjust the sweetness by reducing or adding more honey.
Storage tip: Make sure to store the granola in an airtight container to keep it fresh and crunchy for up to 3 weeks.
FAQs
What if I don’t have oat bran?
You can substitute oat bran with rolled oats for a similar texture, though the fibre content will be slightly lower.
Can I make this recipe vegan?
Yes, simply swap out the honey for maple syrup to make the granola fully vegan.
Can I add dried fruits?
Absolutely! Add dried fruits like raisins, cranberries, or apricots after the granola has baked and cooled to prevent them from drying out or burning in the oven.
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