Healthy Sourdough Honey Almond Granola Recipe
This simple granola has become one of our favorite staples. It's lightly sweetened with honey, perfectly crunchy, and delicious served with milk, sprinkled over homemade yogurt, or enjoyed by the handful as a snack. Adding sourdough discard not only brings the benefits of naturally fermented grains, but it also adds moisture to the mixture, allowing you to use less oil and honey without sacrificing flavor or crunch. It's an easy, make-ahead recipe that keeps breakfast simple all week long.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 200 g sourdough starter active or discard
- 100 g honey or maple syrup
- 40 g coconut oil
- 20 g vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 400 g rolled oats
- 100 g sliced almonds
- 50 g puffed kamut or puffed rice
- 100 g unsweetened chipped coconut or shredded
- 50 g hemp heart seeds
- 6 g salt 1 tsp
Instructions
- Begin by mixing the wet ingredients. I like using stainless steel bowls because I can melt the coconut oil directly in the bowl. Once the coconut oil has melted and slightly cooled, stir in the honey, sourdough starter, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Next, add the dry ingredients. Stir everything well so the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Afterward, pour the granola mixture onto a sheet pan and spread it into a thin, even layer. I usually use two half sheet pans or one extra-large 21×15 sheet pan. A thinner layer helps the granola bake more evenly and crisp up faster, whereas a thicker layer will take longer and require stirring.
- Next, bake at 300°F for 30-40 minutes, or until the granola is lightly golden and fragrant.
- Halfway through baking, you can stir the granola if you prefer smaller clusters. Alternatively, leave it untouched for larger, chunkier pieces that hold together better.
- Finally, allow the granola to cool slightly before breaking it into clusters.
- Cool completely, then store in an airtight container.
Notes
Tips:
- Bake low, honey will cause it to burn easier
- Don’t overcrowd pan for even toasting
- Do not close tightly till fully cooled
- Store airtight