Homemade Blueberry Granola

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Delicious homemade blueberry granola packed with tons of flavor! Sprinkle some of it on top of yogurt for breakfast, or enjoy it alone as a snack.

Mason jar of blueberry granola in front of a cup of blueberries

Lately, I've been eating the same breakfast day in and out: a big bowl of Greek yogurt topped with a sprinkling of granola and some fresh blueberries.

And when it comes to granola, I always opt for a homemade version. It's a lot cheaper than the granola you can find in the grocery store, and it's so much more delicious.

So, today I wanted to share one of my favorite homemade granola recipes with you! This recipe is packed with lots of healthy nuts and seeds, and it gets an extra flavor punch from coconut chips and dried blueberries.

Let's make some granola, shall we?

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Tips for Making This Granola
Common Questions About This Granola
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Homemade Blueberry Granola

Tips for Making This Granola

Here are a few tips when making this granola:

Be sure to line your sheet tray with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. Otherwise, the granola will stick to the sheet tray and be really difficult to remove later.
Stir the granola halfway through to help it bake evenly. Around the 10 to 12-minute mark, take the granola out of the oven and give it a good toss with a spatula; this will help ensure that the entire tray of granola bakes at the same rate.
Make sure not to overbake the granola. When you take the granola out of the oven, it still might be a bit soft to the touch. However, it will continue to crisp up as it cools at room temperature. Once it completely cools, toss it with the dried blueberries and enjoy.

Bowl of yogurt topped with homemade blueberry granola and blueberries

Common Questions About This Granola

How long does this granola stay fresh?

Stored in an airtight container, this granola usually stays fresh for a few months.

Can I substitute in different types of nuts in this recipe?

Absolutely! I like the flavor of almonds and pecans in this recipe, but you can definitely swap as needed. I think walnuts would be delicious in this granola as well.

What can cause granola to end up tasting really hard and brittle?

The biggest culprit of hard granola is over-baking. Keep in mind that the granola will continue to firm up after you remove it from the oven, so be sure to take it out when it's still slightly soft to the touch.

Large bowl of homemade blueberry granola with a spoon resting on top

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Author: Leslie Jeon
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 6 cups 1x
Category: Breakfast
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

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Description

Delicious homemade blueberry granola packed with tons of flavor! Sprinkle some of it on top of yogurt for breakfast, or enjoy it alone as a snack.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups (187g) old-fashioned oats
⅔ cup (30g) coconut chips
½ cup (75g) whole almonds, roughly chopped
½ cup (50g) pecans, roughly chopped
¼ cup (37g) sunflower seeds
½ teaspoon (3g) salt
¼ cup (57g) packed light brown sugar
¼ cup (75g) maple syrup
⅓ cup (62g) olive oil
1 cup (165g) dried blueberries

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F (162°C). Line a sheet tray with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
Prepare the granola: In a large bowl, mix together the oats, coconut chips, chopped almonds, chopped pecans, sunflower seeds, salt, light brown sugar, maple syrup, and olive oil. Toss everything together until well combined. Spread the granola out onto the prepared baking sheet, then bake for 23-25 minutes, stirring the mixture around at least once during baking.
Add in the dried blueberries: Remove the granola from the oven and let cool completely on the tray, then transfer to a bowl and toss with the dried blueberries. Enjoy!
Store any leftovers in an airtight container for a few months.

Equipment

Quart Containers

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Notes

Substitutions: I like the flavor of almonds and pecans in this recipe, but you can definitely swap them for other nuts if desired. I think walnuts would be delicious in this granola as well.
Baking Time: I have found that 23-25 minutes is about the perfect baking time for this recipe. At the halfway mark, I like to remove the tray from the oven, stir everything around with my spatula, and return the tray to continue baking. This helps make sure everything bakes evenly.
Storage: I love storing this granola in quart containers! They help keep the granola fresh, and they easily fit in the pantry.