Easy Stovetop Granola Recipe
This easy stovetop granola recipe creates a crunchy, golden cluster of oats, pecans, and shredded coconut, all sweetened with honey and lightly toasted in coconut oil. Prepared quickly on the stove, it’s perfect for a wholesome snack or a tasty breakfast topping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups of granola 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 1/2 Tbsp coconut oil
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 3 Tbsp honey
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 3 Tbsp finely shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Measure out all ingredients and have them ready for easy access. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for cooling the granola.
- Melt Coconut Oil: Place a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt the coconut oil completely.
- Toast Oats: Add the rolled oats to the skillet. Cook while stirring and spreading the oats evenly almost constantly until they are slightly toasty and crisp, with a light deepening in color—this takes about 4 to 6 minutes.
- Add Honey and Salt: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour in the honey and sprinkle the salt over the oats, stirring immediately to combine.
- Cook with Honey: Continue cooking while stirring and spreading evenly almost constantly until the oats start to turn a light golden color, about 1 minute.
- Add Pecans and Coconut: Stir in the chopped pecans and shredded coconut (if using). Cook the mixture just until it turns barely golden brown, which should take about 1 minute longer.
- Cool and Form Clusters: Immediately pour the hot granola mixture onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread it out and press down gently with a spatula to form clusters.
- Set the Granola: If you want the granola to set faster, chill it in the refrigerator or freezer for about 5 minutes until it’s cool and crisp. Once set, store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
Notes
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Finely shredded coconut is optional but adds a nice texture and flavor.
- Adjust the honey amount based on your desired level of sweetness.
- Pressing down on the granola helps form larger clusters which many prefer for snacking.
- Store in an airtight container to keep granola fresh and crunchy.
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