If you’ve never made homemade granola before, let me introduce you to your new favorite pantry staple. There’s something special about the smell of warm cinnamon, toasted almonds, and golden oats filling your kitchen. And when you add a splash of AOOC Orange Olive Oil and a hint of AOOC Cranberry Pear Balsamic, this granola transforms into something truly delightful—bright, citrusy, and just the right amount of sweet.
A Breakfast Upgrade
Store-bought granola can be loaded with unnecessary sugars and oils, but when you make it at home, you control exactly what goes into it. This recipe is naturally dairy-free, gluten-free (if using certified GF oats), and refined sugar-freewhen made with Orange Blossom Honey (available in-store only) or pure maple syrup.
It’s crunchy, flavorful, and perfect for:
✔️ Sprinkling over yogurt
✔️ Pairing with milk
✔️ A grab-and-go snack
The Secret to Perfect Granola
The magic of this granola comes from the AOOC Orange Olive Oil, which adds a subtle citrus note, while the AOOC Cranberry Pear Balsamic brings just a touch of tartness to balance the sweetness. The honey (or maple syrup) binds everything together and caramelizes as it bakes, creating those perfect clusters we all love.
For an extra touch of sweetness, you can drizzle a little more honey over the granola during the last five minutes of baking—it gives it a beautiful golden finish!
How to Store It
This granola stays fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks (though let’s be honest, it never lasts that long!). You can also freeze it for longer storage—just let it come to room temp before serving.
Customize It!
Want to make this recipe your own? Try:
✨ Adding dried cranberries after baking for an extra fruity pop
✨ Mixing in shredded coconut before baking for a tropical twist
✨ Swapping almonds for pecans or walnuts
No matter how you enjoy it, this Orange & Cranberry Granola is sure to brighten up your mornings. Give it a try and let us know your favorite way to eat it!
Orange & Cranberry Granola
A bright and flavorful granola with hints of citrus, warm spices, and a touch of tart cranberry sweetness. Perfect for topping yogurt, pairing with milk, or enjoying as a crunchy snack.
Ingredients
- ½ cup AOOC Orange Olive Oil
- ⅓ cup Maple syrup or Orange Blossom Honey (available in-store only)
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- ½ tsp AOOC Cranberry Pear Balsamic
- 3 cups Rolled oats
- 3 cups Slivered almonds
- 1½ tsp Cinnamon
- 1 tsp Sea salt
- Optional: Additional drizzle of honey, stirred in during the last 5 minutes of baking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the AOOC Orange Olive Oil, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, and AOOC Cranberry Pear Balsamic.
- On a baking sheet, combine the oats, slivered almonds, cinnamon, and sea salt.
- Pour the olive oil mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until evenly coated.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then stir the granola to ensure even toasting.
- Bake for another 15 minutes, then, if using, drizzle a bit of honey over the granola and stir.
- Bake for a final 5 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- Let the granola cool completely before storing in an airtight container at room temperature.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1/2 cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 260Protein: 6g
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