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Best Homemade Crunchy Peanut Butter Granola Recipe

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This crunchy peanut butter granola is made with simple pantry ingredients and a secret egg white trick for big, shatteringly crisp clusters. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or topping yogurt.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (270g) rolled oats
  • ½ cup (130g) creamy peanut butter (natural, no-stir)
  • ⅓ cup (110g) honey
  • ¼ cup (60ml) coconut oil, melted
  • 1 large egg white
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup total optional mix-ins: chopped peanuts, dark chocolate chips, or dried banana chips (added after baking)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 3 cups rolled oats, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon salt. Stir with a spatula.
  3. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine ½ cup peanut butter, ⅓ cup honey, and ¼ cup coconut oil. Stir constantly until smooth and fully combined (about 2 minutes). Do not let it boil. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the oats. Use a rubber spatula to fold until every oat is coated.
  5. In a separate small bowl, whisk 1 large egg white until frothy and doubled in volume (about 1 minute). You want soft peaks.
  6. Gently fold the whipped egg white into the oat mixture. Do not overmix.
  7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet. Spread into an even layer about ¼-inch thick. Press down firmly with the back of a spatula.
  8. Bake for 20-22 minutes: 10 minutes, then rotate the pan, then bake another 10-12 minutes until the edges are deep golden brown. The center will still look slightly soft.
  9. Cool completely on the baking sheet without stirring for at least 1 hour.
  10. Once cool, break into clusters with your hands. Add optional mix-ins if desired.

Notes

The egg white is the secret to big clusters. Press the mixture firmly before baking. Let cool completely without stirring. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Do not refrigerate.

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