Stovetop Granola
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Description
You already know that granola is the perfect customizable grab-and-go breakfast, let this stovetop recipe cut down on the cook time.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (350g) Rolled Oats (other options: millet flakes/quinoa flakes/barley flakes)
- 1 cup (100g) Nuts - I use slivered almonds & chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup (50g) Seeds - I use sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp Spices - I use ground cinnamon & a pinch of ground cardamom
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) Wet Sweetener - I used Grade B Maple Syrup
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) Oil - I use Olive Oil
- a pinch of Sea Salt
- 1/2 cup (100g) Dried Fruit - I use Dried Cranberries
Instructions
- Place all ingredients (except dried fruits) in a big mixing bowl and mix well with a spatula.
- Heat up a large pan on medium heat, pour mixture into pan and stir occasionally for about 5 minutes, making sure the mixture gets toasted evenly.
- Let the granola cool down, add in dried fruits and store in airtight container.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 280
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the dried fruits added after cooking rather than with the rest of the ingredients?
The recipe adds dried fruits — such as cranberries — only after the granola has cooled off the heat. Cooking dried fruit in the pan would make them hard and over-chewy; stirring them in at the end keeps them plump and soft.
Can I swap the rolled oats for a different grain?
Yes — the ingredient list explicitly offers millet flakes, quinoa flakes, or barley flakes as direct substitutes for the 2 cups of rolled oats, making the recipe adaptable if you want a gluten-free or higher-protein base.
How do I keep the granola from burning on the stovetop?
Use medium heat and stir occasionally for about 5 minutes, making sure the mixture toasts evenly. The short cook time and regular stirring prevent any hot spots from scorching the oats or nuts. 
