This simple Brown Sugar Granola recipe is perfect for snacking, adding to yogurt, or a delicious breakfast option! It is a delightful and cozy combination of wholesome oats, brown sugar, coconut flakes, and toasted pecans. Plus, it smells absolutely amazing while it bakes.
Do you love simple homemade recipes? I know that I do. Making your own granola is so easy and it tastes so much better than store bought. If you’re looking for more homemade options be sure to also check out these Homemade Vanilla Wafers and Cinnamon Animal Crackers too.
This all brown sugar granola smells absolutely amazing while it bakes. My favorite thing to make with this granola is my own parfait with vanilla yogurt, granola, and fresh strawberry slices. If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear how you like in the comments below!
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❤️ Why you’ll love this recipe
- Easy to make: This is an easy straight forward recipe without a lot of steps.
- Simple ingredients: This recipe uses simple pantry ingredients.
- Snack or breakfast: This granola is perfect for breakfast or a snack.
🥣 Ingredients needed
The complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the printable recipe card further below in the post.
For this recipe, you will need:
- Rolled oats: You can use rolled oats or old fashioned oats. I don’t recommend using quick oats for this recipe though.
- Coconut flakes
- Brown sugar: To sweeten the granola.
- Cinnamon and nutmeg
- Pecan pieces
- Coconut oil: Or you can use vegetable, safflower, or canola oil. I prefer to cook with coconut oil for many of my recipes.
- Salt
- Vanilla extract
🍓Variations
Try adding some dried fruit into the mix, seeds, or different nuts. After baking, you could also add in chia seeds or chocolate chips.
🔪 Equipment needed
You’ll need a mixing bowl and a sheet pan for this recipe. If possible, I recommend using parchment paper (not wax paper) or a silicone baking mat for this recipe.
⏲️ Recipe instructions (step by step guide)
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Combine the oats, coconut flakes, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and pecans into a large bowl. Stir well.
Next, whisk together the coconut oil, salt, and vanilla extract together in a small bowl.
Pour the mixture over the dry ingredients and then evenly distribute onto your baking sheet.
Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes or so. Let cool completely before serving.
🥗 What to serve with this recipe
You can serve this recipe with yogurt, fresh fruit, or just as a snack option.
👩🏻🍳 Tips
- Make sure that the granola is spread evenly over the pan before baking.
- Use parchment paper (not wax paper) or a silicone baking mat for the best results.
🥡 How to store leftovers
Store any leftover granola in an airtight container at room temperature. It will be good for five days.
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Brown Sugar Granola
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Sheet pan
- Parchment paper (not wax paper) or silicone baking mat optional
Ingredients
- 4 cups rolled oats or old fashioned oats
- 1 cup coconut flakes
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- ½ cup pecan pieces
- ¾ cup coconut oil or sub vegetable, safflower, or canola oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Combine the oats, coconut flakes, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and pecans into a large bowl. Stir well.4 cups rolled oats, 1 cup coconut flakes, 1 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 pinch nutmeg, ½ cup pecan pieces
- Next, whisk together the coconut oil, salt, and vanilla extract together in a small bowl.¾ cup coconut oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons vanilla
- Pour the mixture over the dry ingredients and then evenly distribute onto your baking sheet.
- Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes or so. Let cool completely before serving.
Bev says
This stuff is amazing! It’s my new favorite breakfast..and snack..and dessert!
Kay says
I made this to top our yogurt parfaits and all of the kiddos loved it!
Pam says
Great stuff. I love the simplicity and the flavor profile. It’s so nice to find a granola that’s so simple.
Kaye says
I finally made this brown sugar granola, and my kitchen smells amazing. It has just the right amount of sweetness and a great crunch—I’ve been topping my yogurt with it every morning since.
Nora says
This granola turned out so cozy and delicious! The brown sugar and toasted pecans make it smell incredible while baking. Perfect on yogurt or just by the handful!