Description
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of homemade Banana Granola, where ripe bananas meet wholesome oats and a touch of honey. This delightful breakfast treat is not only easy to make but also versatile enough for any meal occasion—from busy mornings to leisurely brunches. With its sweet aroma and satisfying texture, this granola will become your go-to choice for a nutritious start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup dried fruits (optional, such as raisins or cranberries)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add honey or maple syrup and cinnamon, mixing well.
- Fold in rolled oats and chopped nuts until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture on the baking sheet and bake for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden brown.
- Cool completely before adding any optional dried fruits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg