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A crunchy and flavorful homemade granola featuring rolled oats, nuts, seeds, and tart dried cranberries, sweetened with honey or maple syrup and air fried to golden perfection.

  • Total Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Yield: About 4-5 cups 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned)
  • 1 cup raw nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans), chopped if desired
  • 1/2 cup seeds (pumpkin or sunflower seeds)
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries (added after air frying)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil or light olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Chop raw nuts if using.
  3. In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, chopped nuts, seeds, cinnamon, and salt until evenly distributed.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk honey or maple syrup with oil and vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the wet mixture over the oat mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
  6. If the air fryer basket has wide holes, line it with parchment paper leaving the edges uncovered to allow air circulation.
  7. Spread the granola mixture in an even, single thin layer in the air fryer basket.
  8. Air fry at 300°F (150°C) for 15–20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to prevent burning and ensure even browning.
  9. When the granola is golden and crispy, remove it from the air fryer and let it cool slightly.
  10. Gently fold in dried cranberries so they remain chewy.
  11. Let the granola cool completely so it crisps up before storing or serving.

Notes

Keep granola in a single thin layer during air frying for even cooking., Stir granola every 5 minutes to prevent burning., Let granola cool fully before storing to maintain crispness., Adjust honey or maple syrup quantity to control sweetness., Use mild-flavored, high-heat oil like coconut or canola to avoid overpowering taste., Add dried cranberries only after cooking to keep texture perfect., Store in airtight container away from heat and humidity; lasts 3–4 weeks., Re-crisp softened granola by reheating briefly in air fryer or oven., Granola is customizable with different nuts, seeds, spices, and mix-ins.

  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Category: Snack

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: Approximately 180 calories per 1/2 cup serving
  • Fat: Approximately 7 grams per serving
  • Carbohydrates: Approximately 25 grams per serving
  • Protein: Approximately 5 grams per serving