Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
225 g

oats

60 g

sunflower seeds

60 g

sliced almonds

sliced

60 g

hazelnuts

crushed

2 tbsp

clear honey

2 tbsp

sunflower oil

85 ml

water

1 tsp

vanilla extract

1 tsp

ground cinnamon

ground

85 g

apricots

finely chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 170 degrees C (Gas mark 5).

Step 2
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine oats, sunflower seeds, almonds, and crushed hazelnuts.

Step 3
~4 min

In a separate bowl, mix honey, sunflower oil, water, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.

Step 4
~4 min

Microwave the liquid mixture for about a minute to ensure thorough mixing.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 5
~4 min

Pour the liquid mixture over the dry ingredients and stir well to coat evenly.

Step 6
~4 min

Spread the granola mixture on a large baking tray in a thin layer.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, stirring and turning occasionally to ensure even browning.

Step 8
~4 min

Once the granola is evenly browned, turn off the oven and leave the door ajar to allow the granola to fully dry and crisp up.

Step 9
~4 min

Remove from the oven and let the granola cool completely.

Step 10
~4 min

Once cooled, add the finely chopped apricots and mix well.

Step 11
~4 min

Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add other dried fruits like cranberries or raisins.

Use different nuts and seeds for variety.

Adjust the amount of honey to your desired sweetness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead of time and stored for several weeks.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium (cinnamon and vanilla)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

With milk or yogurt

As a topping for smoothie bowls

As a snack on its own

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Yogurt
Almond milk

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Western

Cultural Significance

Breakfast staple

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas (as part of a healthy gift basket)

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Snack
Healthy Eating

Popularity Score

75/100

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