Trader Joes Granola Recipe

This crunchy clustered Trader Joes Granola Recipe is made with rolled oats, slivered almonds, and pure vanilla extract and ready in 35 minutes. Pulling the golden-brown baking sheet from the oven fills your kitchen with a warm, toasted nut aroma. I love making a big batch on Sundays for easy breakfasts all week.

What Makes This Version Different

Store-bought granolas often hide excess sugars and preservatives behind flashy packaging. I realized making it at home lets me control exactly how much sweetness goes into the mix.

My biggest early mistake was stirring the granola while it baked, which destroyed those coveted crunchy clusters. Leaving it completely untouched as it cools is the true secret to chunky perfection.

Trader Joes Granola Recipe Ingredients

• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick oats)
• 1 cup slivered almonds
• 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
• 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp sea salt

How To Make Trader Joes Granola Recipe

1. Prep the oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, toss together the rolled oats, slivered almonds, shredded coconut, and sea salt until evenly distributed.
3. Add wet ingredients: Pour in the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir well until all the dry ingredients are thoroughly coated.
4. Bake the granola: Spread the mixture evenly onto your prepared baking sheet and press down firmly with a spatula. Bake for 22-25 minutes until golden brown.
5. Cool completely: Remove from the oven and let the pan sit completely untouched for 45 minutes to form solid clusters before breaking apart.

Recipe Tips

• Use old-fashioned oats: Quick oats will turn to mush and won’t provide the right texture or structure for clusters.
• Press firmly before baking: Packing the wet mixture down tightly on the pan helps the oats bind together securely.
• Do not stir: Resist the urge to toss the granola while baking or cooling if you want large, crunchy pieces.

What To Serve With Vanilla Almond Granola

This pairs perfectly with thick Greek yogurt and fresh berries for a quick morning meal. You can also pour cold almond milk over a bowl of it for a simple, crunchy cereal.

How To Store

Keep your cooled granola in an airtight glass jar at room temperature for up to two weeks. You can also freeze it in a sealed bag for up to three months to maintain its crunch.

FAQs

Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?

No, quick oats absorb moisture too quickly and will burn in the oven. Stick to old-fashioned rolled oats for the best crunch.

Why isn’t my granola clumping together?

Granola needs sugar and fat to bind, and it must cool completely without being disturbed. If you stirred it while it was warm, the clusters will break apart.

Can I substitute the almonds?

Yes, you can swap the slivered almonds for pecans, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds. Just keep the total measurement to one cup.

Nutrition

• Calories: 240
• Total Fat: 14g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 150mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 26g
• Protein: 5g

Try More Recipes:

• Trader Joes Ravioli Dinner Recipe
• Trader Joes Pumpkin Ravioli Recipe
• Trader Joe’s Autumnal Harvest Pasta Sauce

Trader Joes Granola Recipe

Recipe by Nate Collins

Servings

10

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

25

minutes

Total time

35

minutes

Trader Joes Granola Recipe packed with crunchy clusters, slivered almonds, and maple syrup, ready in 35 minutes for easy breakfasts. Making this simple bake at home saves money and fills the kitchen with amazing vanilla aromas.

Ingredients

• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick oats)

• 1 cup slivered almonds

• 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut

• 1/3 cup melted coconut oil

• 1/2 cup maple syrup

• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract

• 1/2 tsp sea salt

Directions

• 1. Prep the oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• 2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, toss together the rolled oats, slivered almonds, shredded coconut, and sea salt until evenly distributed.
• 3. Add wet ingredients: Pour in the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir well until all the dry ingredients are thoroughly coated.
• 4. Bake the granola: Spread the mixture evenly onto your prepared baking sheet and press down firmly with a spatula. Bake for 22-25 minutes until golden brown.
• 5. Cool completely: Remove from the oven and let the pan sit completely untouched for 45 minutes to form solid clusters before breaking apart.