Crunchy peanut butter chocolate coconut granola –Gather ’round, snack enthusiasts! If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a sad bowl of cereal, wishing for a little excitement in your breakfast game, then fear not! We’re about to take that boring morning routine and transform it into a crunchy, creamy delight that will have you looking forward to breakfast like it’s the grand finale of a fireworks show! Yes, I’m talking about the magical world of homemade Peanut Butter Granola! Get ready to unleash your inner culinary wizard.
Crunchy Peanut Butter Granola
Imagine this: you roll out of bed, the sun is shining (or at least it’s not raining), and you get that whiff of something scrumptious wafting through your kitchen. That’s the smell of YOUR homemade crunchy peanut butter granola! And you know what? It’s ridiculously easy to make. So, let’s kick off the granola party, shall we?
Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup peanuts (or your nut of choice – we’re not here to judge!)
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy, we love them both!)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup (because life is sweeter with a drizzle!)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (more sweetness, less sadness)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (to charm your taste buds)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (a sprinkle of magic)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (just a pinch to keep things interesting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Set it to “crunch mode.” 🥳
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, peanuts, and cinnamon. Mix it like you mean it!
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Microwave for about 30 seconds until everything’s nice and melty, then stir until smooth.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture over the oat mixture. Mix it all together like you’re trying to solve a delicious puzzle!
- Spread the mixture evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper (because clean-up is important, folks).
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through. Watch it closely! You want that golden-brown perfection.
- When it’s done, take it out and let it cool completely. As it cools, it’ll get crunchy – like your uncle trying to bust a move at a wedding!
- Once cooled, dive into a bowl, or store in an airtight container for those future snack emergencies.
There you have it! A delightful, crunchy treat that’s perfect for breakfast, snacking, or just pretending you’re totally gourmet in front of your friends. You might want to keep this recipe close, because it’ll become a staple in your household… if it lasts that long! Enjoy every crunchy, peanut buttery bite!