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Simple Crunchy Peanut Butter Granola

This Simple Crunchy Peanut Butter Granola is SO EASY! Nutty, sweet, and customizable, it’s the perfect healthy snack or breakfast treat.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, Granola, Healthy, Peanut Butter
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups rolled oats (regular or gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons flour (gluten-free all-purpose flour as a substitute)
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2/3 cup drippy peanut butter (natural variety for the best flavor)
  • 1/4 cup oil (coconut or canola oil work best)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat the Oven. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
  • Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and flour and stir until well mixed.
  • Step 3: Prepare Wet Ingredients. In a separate bowl, mix together the maple syrup, peanut butter, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold together until the oats are evenly coated.
  • Step 5: Spread on Baking Sheet. Transfer the mixture to a baking sheet, spreading it out evenly and pressing down gently.
  • Step 6: Bake. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent burning.
  • Step 7: Cool and Store. Remove from the oven, let cool completely, and store in an airtight container.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven

Notes

  • Experiment with add-ins like nuts or dried fruits for extra flavor.
  • Store in an airtight container to keep it fresh for up to two weeks.
  • For a sweeter granola, increase the maple syrup or add brown sugar.