Honey Almond Granola
A simple recipe for granola made with honey, almonds, coconut oil and spices. This granola is great for breakfast or a snack.
Updated by Kathryne Taylor on April 6, 2025
I’ve been sharing recipes for three years now, and I only have two granola recipes to show for it. I resisted making my own granola for a long time because I’m powerless in the face of ready-made snacks like chips and granola. They call my name from the cabinet and insist I eat a handful whenever I see the bag. That is why there are only two granola recipes on this blog so far.
I’ve found that if I make my own granola, though, I want it to last for a while. I also keep the bag in the freezer, which seems to dampen the granola’s power over me. Granola makes plain yogurt much more interesting, especially when topped off with fresh fruit.
This granola recipe is a simple one: honey-sweetened oats with a hint of spice and warm coconut flavor. I adapted it from my gingerbread granola. It’s a good base recipe to play around with—I’ve added substitution suggestions in the recipe below. The granola browns more quickly when I make it with honey rather than maple syrup, which is typical of honey-sweetened baked treats, so keep an eye on it during the last few minutes of baking.
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Honey Almond Granola
A simple recipe for granola made with honey, almonds, coconut oil and spices. This granola is great for breakfast or a snack. Recipe yields 8 to 9 cups of granola.
Ingredients
- 4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free granola)
- 1 ½ cups raw slivered almonds (or other nuts*)
- 1 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt (if you’re using standard table salt, scale back to ¾ teaspoon)
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ cup melted coconut oil or olive oil
- ½ cup + 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- ¾ teaspoon vanilla
- ½ cup chopped dried apricots (preferably the Blenheim variety)
- ¼ cup chopped dried cherries, cranberries, raisins or currants
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a half-sheet pan with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, nuts, salt, cinnamon and ground ginger. Stir thoroughly to combine.
- Stir in the oil, honey and vanilla. Turn the granola out onto your prepared pan and use a large spoon to spread it in an even layer. Bake for 22 to 26 minutes, stirring halfway. The granola should be turning lightly golden (keep an eye on it as honey tends to brown). The granola will crisp up as it cools.
- Let the granola cool before stirring in the chopped fruit. Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 to 2 weeks, or keep it in the freezer for longer shelf life.
Notes
Recipe adapted from my gingerbread granola.
*Preparation tips: If you are using large, whole nuts (pecans, walnuts, etc.) follow instructions as directed. If you are using small nuts or seeds (sunflower seeds, pepitas, etc.), wait to stir them into the granola until you remove it from the oven halfway through cooking.
Make it vegan: Instead of honey, use maple syrup as your sweetener.
Nutrition
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I am obsessed with this granola. I made my second batch on Monday (the first batch was devoured by a friend) and I’ve eaten easily 1/3 of it myself! Keep those great recipes coming.
Just did this recipe up and it’s baking as I type! Can’t wait for parfaits in the morning! Thanks for the recipe and your pictures are beautiful! I’ll be back to look through more for some inspiration:)
Thanks for the recipe, Kate. After making this recipe for the first time I went back out and bought a huge jar of coconut oil and a big bear of honey. I’ve had a constant supply of granola since that first attempt and I’m actually making another batch right now!
Amazing granola recipe!! I left about half uncooked, and while you’ll miss the crunch (if that’s what draws you in), I loved the slightly sweeter flavor and the chewy texture. Thanks for another great recipe!
You’re welcome! I’m happy you liked it.
Any idea of the nutritional information for this granola? Made it yesterday and love it
I’m glad you liked it, Amanda! Unfortunately, I don’t have nutritional info available for my recipes just yet. I’m looking for a solution, and will update about it once I find one. Thanks!
Thanks for the granola recipes, they’re amazing! I made the ginger one first and all I had for any nut/seed and dried fruit was pumpkin seeds and raisens. When I tasted it I thought it was the most delicious thing I’d ever had. I wasn’t sure if it was just me or this granola was amazing so I gave some to my husband and he agreed it was over the top delicious. So I made more (my husband and I ate all of the first batch) and gave some to our Daughter and her husband, and same reaction, they both were obsessed with it! I had one more person to test it on though, a friend of mine used to get granola from this cute little cafe that made it themselves, and she would drive 20 mins just to get it. She txted me after she tried some of this one I made and said it’s the best she’s ever had including the one from the little Cafe! So thank you again for sharing your recipes we are obviously enjoying them so much!
Made the Healthy Granola and it was delicious, added coconut flakes half way thru the baking cycle. Used Walnuts, sunflower seeds, maple syrup,chopped apricots and pumpkin pie spices. Delicious!
Thank you for a healthy alternative to store bought granola.
Nancy
Sounds delicious! Your adjustments sound like great combinations. Enjoy, Nancy!
I made this recipe about 3 weeks ago, it lasted two weeks and then we’ve been without for a week. I’m up before the husband and toddler on a Saturday so that I can make it again and surprise them- my toddler loved it! We add it to smoothie bowls with and she would steal it to snack on (so would I but I’m 6 months pregnant so totally acceptable to snack ).
We try to make everything we can homemade, I’ve wanted a granola recipe for a while now and this is a keeper!!
So thank you for posting this recipe all the years ago that you did – my family (and I) are very happy you did!
This granola sounds like a great addition to smoothie bowls! Congrats on the baby on the way too :) Thank you so much for your comment and review, Tiffany!
Thank you for this fabulous recipe! I have made it twice now! Had to go and buy a beautiful big jar, as I will be making it all the time! Love it!
You’re very welcome, Jan!
I love this recipe & make it often! Does anyone know how many calories are in 1/2 cup?
Hi Debbye! Sorry for the belated response. I offer nutrition information below the recipes—just click on the label and it will expand to show a full breakdown. :)
Can I use Quaker Oats, quick1minute instead of old fashion?
Old fashion work best. But you can try it!
Love the recipe, but I’m usually too busy to cook. My favorite packaged granola is Yogi Granola, an amazing Superfood granola made with adaptogens that is absolutely delicious. I’ve turned all my friends on to them lately.
Thanks, Lisa!
Yum!!
Thank you!
I’m a little late to this game, but I MADE THIS GRANOLA 3 DAYS AGO and its SOOOOoooooo good! I do keep eating it by the handful though so I’ve had to throw it in the freezer as well. The spices are perfect! I had to adapt the recipe a little because I was short on some supplies, but it all worked out. I skipped the dried apricot only because its stone fruit season and fresh is better! Thanks for this!
Thanks for commenting! I’m glad you loved it. I appreciate the review.
hi i have been making granola using your recipes for quite some time and always turns out fantastic. this time however somehow i added less honey as well as coconut oil and it is tasting a little bland. it is already quite crunchy and am afraid that baking again will make it rock hard. any alternatives. option of adding honey on top while eating is difficult as will be packing for my son for college
I’m not sure. I don’t think adding more oil or honey now will help. Sorry! Try not cutting the liquid next time. :)
I was looking for a new granola recipe to give as Christmas gifts to teachers, etc and came across this one. I made the recipe with my six year old yesterday and we loved it! We are going to make several more batches and will try this time not to eat so much of it ourselves. Thanks!
What a lovely gift idea, Kara! I hope they enjoy it all. Thanks for your review!
Hey lovely blog you got here, just a question.
I’ve heard heating or cooking honey crosses out the benefits and could make it bad … know anything about it.
I love the recipe and I’m so tempted but I really want the end result to be healthy you see.
That’s interesting! I’m not sure I necessarily agree with that. But something worth thinking about and researching.
It is the best ever! Have already made two batches. I added some coconut chips and chopped walnuts besides the almond slices. I kept the mixed fruits in a separate jar.
That’s great, Charlene! Thank you for your review.
Kate, since I have made this granola recipe at least once a month for the last year, its about time I tell you how much I love it. I put it into containers and freeze them and pull out about one a week to put on my homemade [in an instant pot] Greek yogurt, so, so good!
I stick to the basic recipe and for the 1.5 cups of nuts; I add 1/2 cup of three different kinds of nuts. The latest is slivered almonds, chopped walnuts and pepitas. I have used pistachios, sesame seeds, chopped pecans and peanuts. I don’t add the dried fruit because I always use frozen fruit. I use olive oil because it has less saturated fat than coconut oil and I always mix everything together from the very beginning, walnuts to coconut flakes and sesame seeds, they all get dumped in the bowl at the same time. I use honey and a silicone mat and my granola is always clumpy. I have to break it up a lot, to get it into two cup containers. This is the only granola recipe I use and it is absolutely the best. I have given this link to many, many people. If I could I would add a picture of my beautiful, delicious granola. Yum, yum.
I’m so glad you love it! Thanks for sharing. Instant pot Greek yogurt, I love it!
this is really good . ate it with some fresh fruit and fell in love .
Sounds like a great combination!
Awesome and super easy granola. Tweaked just a smidge based on what dried fruit I had around the house and this was met with great reviews by a very picky fam!
I’m glad it was a hit! Thanks, Laura.
What are the nutrients for your granola? How can I make it into bars
Hi Lesley, the nutritional information is below the notes section of the recipe. Here is a good recipe for granola bars: https://sooka.info/almond-coconut-granola-bars/%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E
This recipe is georgeous!!!! I’ve tried this hundred of times and the result is always I add sesam seeds and sometimes change the honey by crushed dried figs.
Just tx u for sharing!
You’re welcome!
A great granola recipe (I’ve also made your ‘best granola’ recipe). I think I’d prefer it without the ginger (a bit too strong for me), but loved the honey and almond combination. Ate some this morning for breakfast with almond milk, a banana and berries.
Thank you for your feedback, Julia!
One of the trays came out great, unfortunately the other one burnt.
Not your fault, this is a great recipe. I put it in two trays, one on the middle rack and one on the top rack. I used honey and your note about checking it early must be spot on because that is where I failed! I set the timer for 22 minutes in my convection oven and meant to check it in 10 minutes, but forgot! I love the tray that came out just right!!! Now what to do with the rest, my dog Tia has her eye on it. Hmm, maybe I will convert it to dog biscuits.
We just love this granola. I make it frequently,mainly for my husband,and he remarks over and over how much better it is than any other granola,whether it is Amish made, or expensive store bought.
Oh my god this is the best
I’m glad you loved it, Tammy! Thank you for your review.
I know I am late in the game to rate this recipe. This is one of the very best granola recipes EVER! A staple in our backpack and panniers for hiking and cycling adventures. Fats, protein and good ole’ carbohydrates. It fuels the body for sure! I have experimented with tried out tahini as the fat source and wholly cow that is good too.
I’m glad you love it! Thank you for your comment and review.
Looked at the increasing price of granola in the shops and decided to try and make my own. I used your recipe asa baseline, replaced the maple syrup with honey and added flaxseeds and sesame seeds…and walnuts..because my husband smelt it cooking and loves walnuts!
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Have not made this yet. Can I use walnut oil instead of coconut oil?
I don’t have too much experience with it, sorry. You can use olive oil. I hope that helps!
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Also, this is my favorite granola recipe! It’s SOOOO good and so adaptable.
Love this recipe! Followed the recipe as written the first time, everyone loved it, now making a second time in two weeks with mixed nuts because that is what we have on hand. Thank you for posting!
I have tried a few different granola recipes and this is by far our favorite! The directions are so clear even the extra tips are super helpful. And such great advice to freeze some. With this forced working from home, the bowl on the counter is too tempting!
The only thing I did differently was added pepitas instead of raisins/craisins etc..
Thanks!
I tried it, too much salt! Decrease the salt, use coconut oil & honey turns out great.
Hey! I love this recipe, tried it out with whatever ingredients I’ve had during this lockdown, and its now my daily yogurt bowl.
I recently found apricots and added 1 cup to the recipe, and that’s made the granola a little wet and sticky. What would you suggest I do to ensure the entire batch lasts me long for my breakfasts? Would storing in the refrigerator help? Or, is the freezer the only answer to this?
Hi! Did you add dried apricots or fresh? If dried, just add once cooled. Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 to 2 weeks, or keep it in the freezer for longer shelf life.
I added dried apricots, but I added them to the granola recipe and baked them along with everything. However, I added prunes instead of the other other dried fruit. Would you suggest I change it for the next batch?
Hi! I would suggest adding it after it bakes and mixes it in. Try my best granola recipe. That may help!
I make this delicious granola every other week for my husband and me. Thanks so much for your creative recipes.
26 minutes is way too long. I burned it.
Hi, Kate. I made this granola and it was perfect! I’m not sure I’ll ever buy store bought again. And thanks for the tip about pressing the granola into the pan so that chunks will be formed. Brilliant. : )
Great recipe!!! Easy and finally this one that has the right amount of crunch and sweetness!
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Love this granola recipe! It’s so easy and is just delicious. My husband is also a huge fan.
This recipe is my new fave! I added coconut flakes, walnuts and pecans, did half honey half syrup and no fruit and it came out perfect. My bf and I have eaten it on top of yogurt with fresh berries almost every day since I made it, thus I’m making my second batch today. We love knowing exactly what goes into our food, thank you for sharing this recipe!
Wonderful, Lisa! Thank you for your review.
I started making this granola for my daughter-in-law when she was breastfeeding her baby. She kept some by her rocking chair and had a healthy snack when she was too tired to prepare a meal.It is my favourite granola recipe ever as well
I’m glad this one was a hit! I appreciate your review, Heather.
I bought a huge jar of honey and realized I need to do something with it This recipe came out much better than other recipes I’ve tried (added raisins). Put on top of plain greek yogurt and sliced banana and it was delicious.
I do love your muffins recipes! And on this one, I loved what I could salvage; most of it burned black on the bottom. I followed the recipe, stirred midway through and took it out 4 minutes early. So bummed. Trying again today. Will use a pan – think lasagna pan – vs a flat sheet with parchment, will reduce oven heat and watch like a hawk! Any other suggestions welcome!
I’m sorry to hear that, Janice! How did it turn out for you this next time?
I love this recipe, it is super easy and one i have made and changed up almost every time.
Just came out of the oven and it looks and taste great ( I know I wasn’t suppose to touch it before it cools but couldn’t resist)! Made it exactly the way Kate explained it except I added a little more cinnamon and an extra teaspoon of vanilla. Another great recipe Kate!
Delicious and very easy to make. Used dry banana chips and cranberries for the fruit.
I made this today – it is soooo good!!! I used chopped pecans and almonds (so added them half way through baking) and used maple syrup. I did not add the dried fruit (I usually have granola with Greek yogurt and fresh berries; if I have any left, as I’ve been eating spoons of it as it’s been cooling!). Thank you for the recipe!
You’re welcome, Karen! Thank you for your review.
I loved it. Put in some cranberries and some chia seeds. Will definitely make again. My neighbours are clamouring for it too.
I love it! Thank you for your review, Helen.
I tried this and omg I’m done buying supermarket granola. Super easy recipe and it tastes better than any boxed granola I’ve tried. The balance of the spices is so perfect
Wonderful, Linette!
This is a great base recipe for riffing… I added Pepitas, Sunflower Seeds and Golden Flax seeds and it came out great. I did use grapeseed oil in place of coconut/olive oil since it’s what I had, and it turned out just fine. Thanks for posting!
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