Peanut Butter Granola
This easy peanut butter granola recipe is made with just six pantry staples and uses creamy peanut butter to naturally toast the oats into crunchy, lightly sweet clusters.
Ingredients
- 2 cups old fashioned oats
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup peanuts
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the oats, peanuts, peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until the oats are evenly coated. If the peanut butter is very thick, warm it in the microwave for 15 to 20 seconds to make mixing easier.
- Transfer the granola mixture to the prepared baking sheet and spread it into an even layer. Press it down gently with a spatula to help form larger clusters as it bakes.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until the edges are lightly golden and the granola smells toasted.
- Remove from the oven and let the granola cool completely on the pan without stirring. This step is key for developing crunchy clusters.
- Once fully cooled, break the granola into pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 to 3 weeks.
Nutrition
Notes
- Use old fashioned oats: Old fashioned oats hold their shape best and create a crunchier texture than quick oats.
- Warm the peanut butter if needed: Slightly warming thick peanut butter helps it mix evenly and coat the oats more smoothly.
- Press for clusters: Gently pressing the granola into the pan before baking helps create larger, crunchier clusters.
- Do not stir while cooling: Letting the granola cool completely on the pan without stirring is key to achieving crisp texture.
- Watch the edges closely: The granola is ready when the edges are lightly golden and fragrant, even if the center still feels soft.
- Serving Suggestions: Sprinkle over yogurt, pair with fresh fruit, or enjoy alongside recipes like Yogurt Parfaits or Pomegranate Smoothie Bowl for easy breakfasts and snacks.
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