Description
Mediterranean-inspired olive oil granola brings rustic charm to breakfast tables with its golden clusters and aromatic herbs. Crisp oats, toasted nuts, and fragrant rosemary blend seamlessly, inviting you to savor each wholesome spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (470 ml) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup (150 g) raw pistachios, hulled & coarsely chopped
- ½ cup (40 g) coconut flakes
- ⅓ cup (45 g) raw sunflower seeds, hulled
- ¼ cup (35 g) pepitas
Sweeteners and Oils:
- ¼ cup (60 ml) pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup (60 ml) honey
- ¼ cup (50 g) packed light brown sugar
- ¼ cup (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil
Spices and Dried Fruits:
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
- ½ cup (70 g) chopped dried cherries
- ⅓ cup (50 g) dried apricots, coarsely chopped
Instructions
- Gather all the dry ingredients including oats, pistachios, sunflower seeds, pepitas, and coconut flakes in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Pour maple syrup, honey, olive oil, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom over the dry components, ensuring thorough and even coating.
- Carefully distribute the mixture across a rimmed baking tray, creating a uniform layer that allows for consistent heat distribution.
- Position the tray in a preheated oven set at 300°F, maintaining a steady moderate temperature for optimal toasting.
- Rotate and redistribute the granola every 10 minutes to promote even browning and prevent potential burning at the edges.
- Monitor the mixture closely, looking for a rich golden hue and a fragrant, toasted aroma that indicates perfect caramelization.
- Remove the tray from the oven once the granola achieves a deep golden color and crisp texture, approximately 45 minutes of total baking time.
- Allow the granola to cool slightly in the tray, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Gently fold in dried cherries and apricots, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the crunchy mixture.
- Serve as a luxurious topping for Greek yogurt, fresh ricotta, or enjoy as a standalone crunchy snack.
Notes
- This homemade granola bursts with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, combining nutty pistachios, crunchy seeds, and sweet-tangy dried fruits.
- Olive oil replaces traditional butter, creating a heart-healthy breakfast or snack option with rich, smooth undertones.
- Low and slow baking ensures each oat and nut caramelizes perfectly, developing deep golden-brown color and intense toasty notes.
- Maple syrup and honey blend seamlessly, providing natural sweetness while helping ingredients cluster into delightful crispy chunks.
- Versatile recipe allows customization with different nuts, seeds, or dried fruits based on personal preference or pantry availability.
- Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks, enjoying as a yogurt topper, smoothie mix-in, or standalone crunchy treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg