Honey Almond Butter Granola

Benefits of Almond Butter

Almond butter is a creamy and delicious spread made from ground almonds. Here are some of the health benefits of almond butter:

• Almond butter is an excellent source of healthy fats, including monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which are essential for heart health.
• Almond butter is a great source of plant-based protein, making it an ideal food for vegetarians and vegans.
• Almond butter is also high in fiber, which can help promote digestive health and prevent constipation.
• Almond butter is a good source of vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium, all of which are important for maintaining overall health.
• Almond butter is low in carbohydrates, making it a good option for people on low-carb diets.
• The healthy fats and protein in almond butter can help keep you feeling full and satisfied, which may help with weight management.
• Almond butter is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from smoothies to baked goods to salad dressings.

Is honey almond granola good for you?

Yes! Honey almond granola is loaded with healthy fats, fiber, nutrients, and vitamins.

Why You'll Love This Honey Oat Granola with Almond Butter

An incredibly delicious mixture of flavors in this homemade honey granola with almond butter, oats, nuts, seeds, and vanilla.

Enjoy this honey oat granola for a healthy snack, a topping for ice cream and yogurt, or breakfast cereal with milk.

Ingredients

Here's what you'll need for this granola with nuts and seeds:

• Rolled Oats - if you have a gluten intolerance make sure the oats state they are gluten-free
• Almond Butter
• Honey
• Mixed Nuts - unsalted is best but salted works as well
• Coconut Oil
• Vanilla Extract
• Chia Seeds
• Flax Seeds
• Mini Chocolate Chips

Best Nuts for Granola

Any nuts are great for granola - use the nuts you enjoy the most.

Salted or unsalted? The choice is yours! If you want a sweet and salty flavor combo, then used salted ones. If you're watching your sodium intake, then used unsalted ones.

Honey roasted nuts would be great for this recipe. You can also use nuts with other flavors or smoked nuts for a smoky touch.

Are you allergic to nuts? Make granola without nuts. Or make granola with seeds instead. Pepitas (pumpkin seed kernels) and sunflower seeds are larger and a great substitute for chopped nuts.

How to Make Honey Almond Butter Granola

1. Place rolled oats, mixed nuts, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, and mini chocolate chips in a large bowl.
2. In a medium bowl, combine coconut oil and honey.
3. Add in almond butter and vanilla extract.
4. Stir well.
5. Pour liquid ingredients into dry ingredients.
6. Stir until all the ingredients are well-coated. I like to use my hands to work the liquid through the oats.

7. Divide the mixture between two cookie sheets lined with parchment paper. Make sure to spread it out so it is in a single layer.
8. Bake at 300°F for 35-45 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove from oven and let cool on cookie sheets. Break up with your hands and store in an airtight container.

This Honey Almond Butter Granola will change up your boring breakfast routine and wake up your tastebuds. Serve it in a bowl with milk, as a topping for your yogurt or smoothie or just grab a handful and head out the door. Any way you have it, it's delicious!

Recipe Variations

Granola is so very easy to change up by adding or substituting ingredients. Here are some ideas:

• Nut Butter - Cashew butter, cookie butter, peanut butter, or SunButter (sunflower seed butter).
• Chips - Butterscotch, caramel, or white chocolate chips.
• Citrus - Add some lemon, lime, or orange zest.
• Dried Fruit - Blueberry, cherry, coconut, cranberry, or raisin.
• Sweetener - Caramel sauce or maple syrup.
• Nuts - Instead of mixed nuts, use just almonds, cashews, macadamia nuts, pecans, tiger nuts, or walnuts.
• Seeds - Pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds.
• Spices - Add cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice.

How to Store Homemade Granola

Allow granola to cool to room temperature. Place the cooled granola in an airtight container or plastic ziptop bag and store it in a cool, dark place for up to 2 weeks.

Freeze granola in a plastic freezer bag or a freezer-safe container for up to 4 months. Thaw it at room temperature.

2CM Tip: Portion granola into individual servings for easy grab-and-go snacks.

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