Lemon-Blueberry Granola

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This lemon-blueberry granola makes a delightfully crunchy topping for yogurt or just an out-of-the-bag snack. One batch of this homemade granola can last a month in a sealed container in your pantry, or store it in your freezer to keep it fresh even longer. Coconut oil adds extra tropical nuttiness to the granola, but if saturated fat is a concern, use olive oil in its place.

a recipe photo of the Lemon-Blueberry Granola
Photo:

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
18
the ingredients to make the Lemon-Blueberry Granola

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup honey

  • 1/3 cup melted unrefined coconut oil or olive oil

  • 2 teaspoons lemon extract

  • 3/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

  • 1 cup slivered raw almonds

  • 1/2 cup raw pepitas

  • 3 tablespoons flaxmeal

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest (from 2 lemons)

  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened dried blueberries

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Whisk honey, oil, lemon extract, salt and cinnamon (if using) together in a large bowl. Add oats, almonds, pepitas and flaxmeal; toss until completely coated. Spread the mixture on the prepared pan and press into an even layer.

    a step in making the Lemon-Blueberry Granola

    Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

  2. Bake, without stirring, for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with coconut and continue baking until golden, about 10 minutes more. Remove from oven. Sprinkle with lemon zest and dried blueberries, pressing them gently into the granola.

    a step in making the Lemon-Blueberry Granola

    Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

  3. Let the granola cool completely, undisturbed, about 30 minutes (the granola will further crisp up as it cools). Break into pieces before serving.

To make ahead

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 month or in a sealed freezer bag in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: scant 1/2 cup

Calories 226, Fat 11g, Saturated Fat 6g, Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrates 28g, Total Sugars 13g, Added Sugars 8g, Protein 5g, Fiber 4g, Sodium 99mg, Potassium 142mg

EatingWell.com, July 2024

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