Rustic Granola | Homemade Granola Recipe with Honey | HOW TO MAKE GRANOLA FROM OATS

This rustic granola recipe with coconut, dried cranberries and apricots, is one of my favorite granola recipes. With a big glass of cold milk, it is the perfect Christmas fall and winter treat.
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Toasty coconut chips, chopped pecans and big chewy pieces of dried apricots make up our favorite granola recipe. It’s the perfect snack for my forever hungry brood of young people. They love it over some honey sweetened yogurt, or drowned in a bowl of fresh raw milk. I usually double the recipe and keep it out in a glass canister on the counter at all times.
Ingredients:
3 cups chopped nuts- I use walnuts and pecans
8 ounces coconut chips
2 cups oatmeal
½ cup honey
¾ cup melted coconut oil
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup dried fruit- I use ¼ cup each blueberries, cherries, golden raisins and apricots
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
In a large saucepan melt coconut oil on low heat.
Stir in the honey and salt.
Add the chopped nuts, coconut chips and oatmeal.
Spread the mixture in an even layer in a 9” by 13” glass pan.
Bake for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.

[@samanthahoos9827]

❤ Making again with chopped almonds, flax seed and cranberries - I love having a jar in the refrigerator to grab for breakfast with warm milk

[@robininva]

Watched this five times.... Once for the recipe....and four more to keep me company while I made it! Yumm-O! I’ve made granola for 20 years....and, this recipe is a keeper for sure. Thanks for sharing and being so in-depth and precise....yet sharing how to vary it up. I used dates, figs, raisins and mango...all chopped up teeny-tiny! Otherwise, I followed your recipe exactly. So good! So very, very good!

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Aw! That is so sweet :)Wow! I love your fruit combination. Sounds delicious!

[@AlbionRising]

Hi! question, does it get crunchy? or just soft and oily?

[@NaturallyBrittany]

Yay great timing Lisa! I’ve been looking for a granola recipe! I’ll definitely be saving this and trying it! 👌🏻💕

[@SM-qh2mz]

Lisa this looks so delicious!! Cant wait to try it! May I also say that your videos are so calming and enjoyable to watch ..I always grab a cup of tea and relax when I see you've posted!! ( and the video was great..no confusion at all here!)

[@phoebedigs1356]

I’ve been making this for a few months now. My husband and I are cereal people and this is the best recipe around. I do add just a little more maple syrup. Like Lisa said just add whatever you like. Thank you Lisa!

[@Gray_Day_Flower_Farm]

I made the granola this morning. I used agave instead of honey and added some vanilla. I’m dividing it in half plain and with fruit. Can’t wait to try it. Smells heavenly!

[@thecountrychickadee]

Made this yesterday and it was delicious! Will definately be a regular breakfast option for our family!

[@sharonc1326]

This looks delicious! I can’t wait to try it! 🌸

[@RachaelANugent]

I just made this, and it is so delish!! Thank you so much for sharing. This will be in our rotation for sure!

[@elifloret]

I loved it!!! Thank you for sharing all your amazing recipes!!

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

You're welcome :)

[@curban616]

I love homemade granola. I make it weekly!!

[@murphy1384]

Looks yummy Lisa. Never made Granola but it looks easier than I thought. Thanks. Happy Thanksgiving Mary

[@ashleym2165]

The best granola I have ever had! Thanks for the recipe!! :) Love your videos

[@071619571]

Cant wait to try this recipe. Thank you.

[@normalopezingle7732]

That looks amazing!!

[@FredBronzemen]

I encountered one problem with this recipe..... It’s soooooo good that I can’t leave it alone!!!!! Lol! I used apricots, blueberries, and cherries. Absolutely delicious! Definitely will be making this often. Thanks for the delicious recipe.

[@sarahfeuerborn]

looks yummy, can't wait to try it!

[@lindseyheringer2641]

I loved the cherry chocolate granola!

[@bretthall8115]

Fantastic. Can't wait to make.

[@joannamarticio9002]

This looks yummy. I'm making this. I absolutely love your channel.

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Aw! Thank you so much for following along :)

[@RoseOriginals]

I love the substitution of coconut oil for the butter much healthier. I have granola every single morning with my homemade yogurt. Best breakfast ever! Thanks for posting!

[@owamuhmza]

Thank you for this. I’m not a fan of Coconut Oil and I did wonder if butter would do.

[@kellytressler9957]

Omg, Lisa, this was soooo good. I have a picky bunch of eaters in my home and this granola went so quickly. I have made many recipes in the past, but I will certainly be sticking this recipe in my "family's favorites". Thank you and have fun with your move!

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Awesome! SO glad! :)

[@nachis3]

I thought about making granola yesterday and today you put this video up. So I used your recipe. And it came out amazing. Thanks

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Oh, yay! I am so glad to hear that :)

[@dawnakarma8913]

Thank you pretty Lisa ~~ great recipe,, as Always honey!

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Aw! Thank you so much :)

[@garlicgirl3149]

I like to toast my oats in oven for say...10 minutes before I add them to the mixture. Yum! Keeps them crispy too. I really loooove granola.

[@user-yb3tr4lf5w]

I am going to try that as I don't usually like it raw.

[@donna8212]

They look delicious!!👍🏻😁

[@CT-dz5ov]

What a great recipe

[@TheMunsonHomestead]

This is delicious!!

[@LadyMarch]

Love that you include the recipe in the description box. Hate that I found out AFTER hitting pause and rewinding the video a dozen times. #stillblonde

[@myrapizz7488]

I love love this recipe😄😄😄❤❤

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Yay! I am so glad :)

[@lisascott4314]

Yummy looks so good❤😊

[@karablevins1313]

Great video! I have most of the ingredients, so I'm gonna whip up a batch this weekend!!! :)

[@mickyunit]

Yum!!!!

[@fourseasonsnotebook1767]

Hello Lisa i love the idea of adding apricot that’s such a good twist to this classic recipe ! Thanks for sharing

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

You're welcome :)

[@jessicarich7506]

Yoghurt covered raisins also work well! Love apricots :)

[@gabyzamora4239]

you have the best recipes!

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Aw! Thank you! :)

[@susanvelez6534]

Mmmm delish! 🙋🏻🙋🏻

[@joannawelch9949]

Sounds yummy!

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

It sure is :)

[@beckyscornucopia4280]

Looks delicious!😊

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

It sure is :)

[@jukes243]

Perfect timing. I was just thinking about making some granola. I'll give this recipe a try. Happy Thanksgiving! everyone.

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Happy Thanksgiving!

[@nachis3]

jukes243 I made it and it's perfect. Real crunchy like I love it

[@mountainsidefarm8357]

This looks amazing. I’m going to make it next week! When I make our weekly granola!!

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Awesome!

[@ankita3489]

Looks yummy! Never made granola but it seems easy, currently i'm eating true elements dark chocolate granola

[@Nanasews4]

enjoyed the video.....thanks.

[@ralphrolon67rr]

Very good recipe Thanks. 😙

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

You're welcome! :)

[@jerseyvanorden-miner4132]

Great video Lisa!! Have you thought about putting your honey in a glass jar? I use a Weck juice jar. I am not a fan about plastic anything. :)

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Yes! I usually do :)

[@halaluyahuahhomesteaders9550]

We use apricot because they are a favorite in our home, as well as other dried fruits like blueberries and figs. 💖

[@vineandbranch]

Do you have recipes for diaper cream? I love the idea of having a more natural option than store bought creams. :) love the granola recipe, I definitely want to try it!

[@joannepeterman8632]

Granola looks delish, I’m going to try. It is so expensive in the stores.

[@kaylag9579]

I would like a video of like all the jar goods that you usually always have in your home and then what you use them. Eg: you have 30 Jars in your pantry and you use them mostly for..... I dont know if this makes sense.

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Yes! It makes since. I will put it on the list.

[@jubee30]

Love the recipe videos!!! Wondering if you can do more sourdough starter recipes, hopefully ones that would involve adding non gluten flours for the recipe?!

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Yes! I sure will :)

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[@teepalz]

I’m looking for a no nut granola recipe as we have a tree nut allergy here. Any suggestions to ingredients that could replace the nuts? Thanks for your video’s. I always enjoy them!

[@phillipsmom6252]

I switched from honey to brown rice syrup in my granola, turns out amazing. Also, sometimes I add yogurt covered raisins when it’s done cooking. Delish

[@kg8063]

Thanks Lisa! How long does granola last on the counter (before going stale)??

[@sallycole8880]

Is there an easy format to print the recipe? I love your channel

[@e.krams7777]

Where are those big glass jars from? They are so nice!

[@DustyHeschl]

I was jsut saying to my daughter that I wanted to make homemade granola. We always buy store bought. We are definitely trying this. I have a question, can you use crisco shortening?

[@astrochakrasynergysystem1480]

I use apple sauce as an oil alternative.

[@janefromthecountry1820]

Yumm! Another great recipe, Lisa! I like the apricot added! Thank you so much for sharing ! Your white farmhouse kitchen is so cute! ♡♡♡

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Aw! Thank you so much :)

[@JuliaK-H]

What alternative to coconut oil would you recommend? My husband (and me too) loooves the granola but has now been told by his doctor not have coconut oil 🙁

[@mariammakkawi5289]

I like this recipe there is just a lot of honey. Is there anyway to use less honey?

[@signingwithMrsRachel]

I have a child allergic to coconut oil. Would butter or Ghee be an acceptable substitute?

[@cleopatrasimmons6513]

Thank you. Can you please tell me, how long do they last.

[@Jennifer-pw1gy]

When I make granola for my family, I usually only make enough to last for a week but you could probably get a couple more days than that. Hope that helps!

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

My rustic granola usually lasts only a week in my house :)

[@andreabeydler5107]

I've tried making mine twice. Both times it's oily and the second time I used less oil. I can't figure out why. It's delicious in flavor that's for sure, but just oily. Any suggestions?

[@brucebello9892]

Hi, my I ask if you got the new house? We had to sell our three time before we were able to move so we know how frustrating it can be.

[@xXDeidraXx]

I know it was in one of the first videos I ever watched of yours, but could you link to those jars and those special lids that you use for the tops instead of the metal mason jar lids? Thank you!

[@kaylag9579]

Deidra L I’m not Lisa but she gets them off Amazon just look up mason jar lids and a crap ton pop up :)

[@xXDeidraXx]

Yes I remember they were Amazon, but was just looking for the exact ones as I really like the look of those ones in particular. I also figured they were good quality if she keeps ordering them. thank you though!

[@kaylag9579]

Deidra L oh it’s the two pack not the 4 pack. Bernardin mason jar caps- plastic- standard

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

I bought them from here: amzn.to/2H5hLsm

[@meghanlozada]

Did you find/do you think this would be a good recipe for a nursing mother?

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Yes! I do :)

[@FlaMarriotts]

I want to love this recipe but oh my goodness I nearly bent a butter knife trying to pry the granola off the pan. I need to use a lot let oil I’m thinking, it was much too soaked.

[@dawnbe_well7626]

Random, unrelated question: how do you prevent water/dirt from leaking out of the terra-cotta pots in your window without a saucer underneath? I love the look but don’t want to ruin surfaces.

[@jessicarich7506]

With ours we take pots outside to water and bring back in when they've stopped leaking. Also gives the plants some time in the sun and fresh air. Perhaps she does the same!?

[@dawnbe_well7626]

Aha.... Makes sense. 😁 thanks!

[@camilledammasch3648]

I water mine in the sink and they drain in there then I put them back :)

[@dawnbe_well7626]

Camille Prestwidge I’m gonna have to give that a try!

[@WomenLivingTorah]

I'm curious if you have ever tried a soaked granola recipe? (So any grains, nuts, and seeds in the mix gets presoaked to release phytic acid.) I would love to hear your experience, if you've made it before. ☺

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Yes! I have soaked grains before. I just leave them on the counter over night in a glass bowl, in water with some apple cider vinegar, cover them, and cook them in the morning.

[@WomenLivingTorah]

@@FarmhouseonBoone Thanks for the quick reply. Hm, I might give it a try. I've noticed that soaking brings out a nutty flavor, kind of bitter, in my grains. But maybe in a granola recipe that flavor would be complementary. ☺

[@nancycurtis488]

I like to use kitchen shears to chop my dried apricots. Do you ever use this homemade granola to make granola bars for your kiddos? Have you tried pecan pieces, chopped dried apples, and raisins…either dark or golden?

[@amberarambula2820]

How do you like tour ninja blender :)

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

I love it :)

[@hlegler]

Wait...Amish people sell coconut oil?? I'm all for shopping local, but I'm so confused. Where do Amish people get coconuts to make their oil?

[@minimalistknitter]

Does this granola recipe make clusters?

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

yes...if you want it that way just do not break the pieces when they are stuck together. If you want it in more individual coated pieces just keep stirring really well so they don't clump or break them to separate

[@minimalistknitter]

Thank you !

[@janefromthecountry1820]

Hi Lisa-Did your beautiful farm house sell yet? I pray you get your asking price.

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Nope! Not yet :(

[@vg7787]

I loved the recipe a lot but, in my opinion, in the edition of the video there are too many jumps between the two planes. Btw I love your channel!

[@PR-pe9oc]

Verónica González I agree.......Great material but it got very confusing with all the jumping.

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

Hi Veronica, Thank you for your feedback. I will try to make the next one less jumpy :)

[@camilledammasch3648]

Definitely found this too. Too many jump cuts I end up feeling motion sick..

[@ThatsWhat-She.]

Yes. Delicious recipe with an obnoxious number of unnecessary camera angle transitions, it ruins the video

[@lesnajustys]

Hello, thanks a lot for this recipe, I love watching your videos:) I am just surprised by amount of sugar (honey) you put in this granola - I usually put 2-max 3 table spoons for that amount of oats, nuts and dried fruits and it is already very sweet. However, this may be a difference between American and European cooking (I am from Poland, Central Europe) - usually I put 1/3 of sugar from american recipes and thats enough for us. Best greetings!

[@jessicarich7506]

Don't follow Australia then. From what I've heard our chocolate's much sweeter than American chocolate :D

[@lesnajustys]

@@jessicarich7506 omg, even more? :) It is funny how the taste is related to geography:) Currently I am also on low sugar diet because of pregnancy related diabetes, I completely stopped to add sugar to my food - it is amazing how sweet apples or carrots feel just after few days:) We are all so overdosing it so we cannot even taste fully our meals:/

[@camilledammasch3648]

Jessica Rich hehehe yes we do love our honey don’t we 😅

[@jessicarich7506]

@@lesnajustys Yes and agree on cutting out sugar. We did and only use raw honey now. When I tried some chocolate after a year of this, it was terribly sweet. Which was disappointing in one sense because I love chocolate lol. But, happy to have been turned off of it now :) Also YES to carrots tasting sweeter. I never enjoyed them until now. Only ate before because they're good for me :D You might be interested in watching Don Tolman on here, especially his discussion on eating Avocados during pregnancy!

[@lesnajustys]

@@jessicarich7506 thanks a lot, i will look for this video:) best greetings:)

[@Hey_nat]

Where can you buy honey in bulk?

[@n.a.garciafamily]

If you're in America (I don't know about other countries) call your local co-op grocery store and ask them or, if you can find a raw milk farm, they would be good to ask too and probably more local/cheaper.

[@FarmhouseonBoone]

We buy it from an Amish community near where we live. Not sure if that is an option for you.

[@bradybutler465]

Do you or your children get cavities because of your grain intake? Do you soak or prepare your nuts or oats before using?