Name: Easy Homemade Granola Clusters
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 cups rolled oats; 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, or walnuts); ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes (optional); ½ teaspoon cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon salt; ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup; ¼ cup melted coconut oil or butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Skip the store-bought granola and make these Easy Homemade Granola Clusters in just minutes! They’re perfectly crunchy, naturally sweetened, and made with wholesome ingredients for the ultimate snack or breakfast topping.

homemade granola in a mason jar with a plaid towel and wooden spoon next to it with granola sprinkled on table.

Lately, I’ve been on a Greek yogurt kick, and while browsing the granola aisle at the store, I couldn’t believe how expensive the better ingredient options were. That’s when I took a closer look at the ingredient list and realized something—once again, I already had most of these ingredients sitting right in my pantry! Not only is this homemade version cleaner than store-bought, but it’s also so much more affordable. If you love a crunchy granola for snacking or topping your favorite yogurt, this is one recipe you’ll definitely want to try!

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1 Why You’ll Love this Recipe

2 Ingredients Breakdown

3 How to Make Easy Granola Clusters

4 Tips and Variations for Crunchy Granola Clusters

5 Frequently Asked Questions

6 More Homemade Snack Recipes to Try

7 Easy Homemade Granola Clusters

7.1 Ingredients

7.2 Method

7.3 Notes

Why You’ll Love this Recipe

There are no preservatives or artificial ingredients in this recipe. Just pantry staples you probably already have on hand.

You can customize this recipe with different nuts, sweeteners, and mix-ins to make it your own.

So much more affordable than store-bought granola with even cleaner ingredients.

Ingredients Breakdown

a flatlay of the ingredients needed for this recipe. rolled oats, butter, pecans, vanilla, salt, cinnamon, maple syrup and unseated coconut

Here are the main ingredients you’ll need to make these easy homemade granola clusters. Be sure to check the full recipe card below for exact measurements.

Rolled oats: The hearty base that gives granola its classic texture. I opt for an organic sprouted oat for the best quality.
Chopped nuts: Add crunch, healthy fats, and a boost of protein. Plus you can choose your favorite or whatever you have in your pantry!
Unsweetened coconut flakes (optional): Brings a subtle sweetness and extra crispiness.
Cinnamon: Adds warmth and a hint of spice.
Salt: Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.
Honey or maple syrup: Naturally sweetens and helps the clusters stick together.
Melted coconut oil or butter: Creates a rich, crispy texture.
Vanilla extract: Rounds out the flavors with a touch of warmth.

How to Make Easy Granola Clusters

the dry ingredients: oats, pecans, salt, cinnamon and unsweetened coconut in a glass bowl with maple syrup, butter, and vanilla around

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine oats, nuts, coconut flakes, cinnamon, and salt.

wet ingredients mixed together- butter, maple syrup and vanilla. Glass bowl with dry ingredients next to it.

Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil (or butter), and vanilla extract.

all ingredients mixed together in a glass bowl with wooden spoon

Step 3: Next, pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients, then stir well until everything is evenly coated.

granola spread out on a baking sheet with parchment paper

Step 4: Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, pressing it together slightly to form clusters. Then bake for 20-25 minutes, making sure to stir halfway through while keeping some clusters intact.

homemade granola cooked on parchment paper with wooden spoon and plaid towel next to it

Step 5: Let the granola sit on the baking sheet until fully cooled—it will crisp up as it cools.

granola on top of Greek yogurt in a white bowl with spoon and plaid napkin next to it

Step 6: Enjoy & store in an airtight container for up to two week

Tips and Variations for Crunchy Granola Clusters

Be careful not to stir too much during baking, or you’ll end up breaking the clusters apart.
Once it’s done baking, let it cool completely before gently breaking it into pieces.
Store in an airtight container for freshness.
Make the recipe your own by adding in chocolate chips, dried fruit, or pumpkin seeds
Up your flavor intensity with nutmeg, cardamom, or cocoa powder.
Adjust honey or maple syrup to taste.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these granola clusters gluten-free?
Yes! Use certified gluten-free oats and make sure any other ingredients you use are gluten-free.

How do I make these extra crunchy?
Bake at a lower temp (275°F) for a longer time (30 minutes), stirring minimally.

More Homemade Snack Recipes to Try

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