Homemade Granola Recipe

Step 1

Preheat oven to 275F (135C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, stir together oats, almonds, cranberries, and flax seed.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, oil, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 4

In a separate, smaller bowl, whisk egg white until frothy (about 30 seconds) then stir into the honey mixture.

Step 5

Pour wet ingredients over dry ingredients and use a spatula to stir well until all dry ingredients are completely coated.

Step 6

Evenly spread ingredients over prepared baking sheet. Transfer to 275F (135C) preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes. Granola should have slightly darkened in color and should appear dry.

Step 7

Remove from oven and do not stir, allow to sit undisturbed until completely cooled.

Step 8

Once granola has cooled, use your hands or a wooden spoon to break up into pieces. Use as desired.