Description
This homemade peanut butter granola recipe offers a deliciously nutty and naturally sweet breakfast or snack option. Made with rolled oats, creamy or crunchy natural peanut butter, pure maple syrup, and a hint of cinnamon, it bakes into chunky, satisfying clusters perfect for topping yogurt, enjoying with milk, or eating by the handful.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups old fashioned (rolled) oats
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons coconut or canola oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 325º F (163º C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Melt and Mix Wet Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter, maple syrup, oil, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt. Microwave for 30 to 45 seconds until the mixture is melted and warm. Stir thoroughly to blend all ingredients evenly.
- Combine with Oats: Place the rolled oats in a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the oats and mix well to fully coat every oat for even flavor distribution.
- Form Granola Clusters: Transfer the oat mixture onto the prepared parchment-lined sheet pan. Spread the oats out evenly, keeping them together in a large circular shape. Press the granola mixture down firmly to about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thickness to encourage chunky clusters.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Do not stir during baking or while the granola is cooling to allow chunks to form properly.
- Cool and Break: Remove from the oven and allow the granola to cool completely on the pan. Once cooled, break it into chunks or pieces for serving or storage.
Notes
- For chunkier granola, press the mixture firmly before baking and avoid stirring during baking or cooling.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and less mess.
- Store granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
- Customize with add-ins like dried fruit or nuts after baking if desired.
- Microwave times may vary based on power; warm the wet ingredients until easily mixable but not boiling.
