This Honey Almond Flax Granola is one of my very favorite breakfasts. Not only will you crave bowl after bowl of this granola, but it’s also a healthy way to start your day! 
Just look at that Honey Almond Flax Granola. I’m wishing I had a bowl of this homemade granola right now. You too? It’s just bursting with crispy, oaty goodness! Full of toasted coconut flakes, sliced almonds, crunchy oats, and flaxseed, this granola is lightly sweetened with honey and a little bit of maple syrup. I added two teaspoons of pure almond extract as well, to really infuse the granola with almond flavor.
Out of all of the granola recipes that I’ve shared, I think this one is my favorite. It’s really hard for me to say because I have made many homemade granola recipes.
Granola Recipes:
- Easy Homemade Granola Recipe
- Peanut Butter Granola
- Tropical Granola
- Honey Almond Flax Granola
- Pumpkin Spice Granola
- Orange Chia Granola
- Cranberry Coconut Granola
I think this one stands out as my favorite because it doesn’t have too many fancy bells and whistles. This Honey Almond Granola is simply delicious, and I could eat it for breakfast over and over and still crave another bowl.
Tips
I have a couple of notes about this recipe. I’ve added some puffed brown rice cereal, because it gives the granola a lightness and crispness that I just love. You can easily replace the brown rice cereal with an extra cup of oats, if you don’t have it on hand. Since this is a Honey Granola recipe, I used honey as the main sweetener. I did add two tablespoons of pure maple syrup as well, because I’ve found that I prefer the combination of the two sweeteners. You can use all honey, if that’s what you have on hand.
Whatever you do, I encourage you not to omit the flaxseed. It gives the granola a subtle nuttiness, and it provides so many health benefits. I’m all for starting my day with a breakfast that gives me a health and energy boost. This Honey Almond Flax Granola recipe is so satisfying that it keeps me going for hours before I get hungry again.
Honey Almond Flax Granola
Ingredients
- 4 cups old-fashioned oats, (340g)
- 1 cup puffed brown rice cereal, (30g)
- 1 cup raw sliced almonds, (85g)
- 1 cup dried coconut flakes, (40g)
- 1/3 cup ground flaxseed, (33g)
- ½ tsp. cinnamon
- ¼ tsp. Kosher salt
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tbsp. pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil*
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 2 tsp. almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 275 degrees F, with a rack set in the lower third of the oven.
- In a large bowl, stir together oats, brown rice cereal, almonds, coconut, flaxseed, cinnamon, and salt. In a liquid measuring cup or bowl, whisk together honey, maple syrup, olive oil, vanilla, and almond extract. Pour over the oat mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, stir, and the bake 5-10 minutes more, checking and stirring every 5 minutes to make sure granola doesn't burn. Let cool completely on the pan before transferring to an airtight container. Store at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Notes
This granola sounds amazing Kristine! I love that you used puffed brown rice cereal in this. Bet it adds great texture. Kind of wishing I had this for breakfast with some fruit and yogurt!
Thanks for commenting on my blog, because now I’ve found your blog. I’m in California too! We’re in Danville, outside of SF. Love finding other California bloggers : )
Thanks so much, Natalie! I love finding other California bloggers, too. It’s very nice to meet you!
Hooray for Granola Week! It should be a national holiday!
Love this recipe, though I’m with you on the peanut butter. It’s hard to stop eating!
This is a bit healthier, so perfect for breakfast!
I’m so glad you’re enjoying granola week! We should have a granola holiday! I did find a website that says January 21st is national granola bar day, but no granola day. The Honey Almond Flax Granola is my go-to recipe, and then there’s the peanut butter one for when I need a change. 🙂
It’s been a long time since I’ve had a bowl of that granola. I don’t know why. I’ve gotta try this one 😉
I hope you do try it! Homemade granola is the best!
We’ve enjoyed your pumpkin spice, almond cranberry and peanut butter granola so much that I decided to try this recipe as well. Again, a hit which I’ll make again! It has just the right amount of sweetness and a nice crunch and the puffed rice cereal gives it a different texture.