Description
This Orange & Almond Granola is sunshine in a bowl—bright citrus zest, crunchy almonds, and warm cinnamon all baked to golden perfection. It’s a crave-worthy blend of sweet and nutty that makes breakfast, snacking, or even dessert feel extra special.
Ingredients
2 tsp orange zest (from about 1½ oranges)
2 tbsp sugar
4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1½ cups raw almonds
1 tsp fine sea salt (or ¾ tsp table salt)
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil or melted coconut oil
½ cup honey or maple syrup
1 tbsp vanilla extract
¾ cup raisins (golden preferred)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix orange zest and sugar to release oils. Add oats, almonds, salt, and cinnamon; stir well.
In a separate bowl, whisk oil, honey/maple syrup, and vanilla. Pour over oat mixture and stir to coat.
Spread granola in an even layer on the baking sheet.
Bake for 22–26 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and fragrant.
Let cool completely (it crisps as it cools), then stir in raisins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 180/serving
- Sugar: 7g/serving
- Fat: 9g/serving
- Carbohydrates: 23g/serving
- Fiber: 3g /serving
- Protein: 4g/serving