Did you know that you can make granola in your slow cooker? With this easy and delicious recipe for Crock-Pot Basic Granola we give you a great base recipe for making your own homemade granola that tastes great as is or you can customize it with your favorite nuts and dried fruits!
3 Ingredient Healthy & Gluten-Free CrockPot Granola Recipe
Are you looking for an easy and delicious way to make your own homemade granola? Look no further than your trusty Crock-Pot! With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a crunchy and flavorful granola that is perfect for snacking or adding to your morning yogurt.
To make your own Crock-Pot Basic Granola, all you need is three ingredients: oats, honey, and butter. Simply mix these ingredients together in your slow cooker and cook on low for a few hours, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking. The result will be a perfectly crispy and sweet granola that is sure to satisfy your cravings.
But don’t stop there! The beauty of making your own granola in a slow cooker is that you can customize it to your liking. Feel free to add in nuts, dried fruits, or spices to make it your own. Maybe you love the crunch of almonds or the sweetness of dried cranberries – the choice is yours!
Not only is homemade granola versatile, but it is also a healthier alternative to store-bought options. By making it yourself, you can control the amount of sugar and other additives that go into your granola. Plus, it’s a great way to use up any leftover ingredients you may have lying around in your pantry.
So next time you’re in need of a tasty snack or a quick and easy breakfast option, give Slow Cooker Granola a try. It’s a simple and satisfying way to start your day off right – whether you enjoy it on its own or sprinkled on top of your favorite yogurt. Give it a try and see for yourself just how delicious homemade granola can be!
Granola Add-In Ideas:
- Pecans
- Walnuts
- Peanuts
- Peanut Butter
- Sunflower Seeds
- Pumpkin Seeds
- Dried Apricots
- Dried Cherries
- Unsweetened Coconut
- Cinnamon
- Raisins
- Cranberries
- Dried Apples
- Dates
- Chocolate Chips
- M&M’s
- Banana Chips
- Dried Blueberries
- Orange Zest
- Nutmeg
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can definitely make granola in a Crock-Pot! It’s a simple and hands-off way to achieve crunchy, delicious granola.
It typically takes around 2 hours on low heat for the granola to fully cook and crisp up in the Crock-Pot.
It’s recommended to give the granola a gentle stir every half hour to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
Absolutely! You can add any nuts, seeds, dried fruits, or sweeteners of your choice to (such as agave syrup or maple syrup) create a personalized granola blend.
Store your cooled granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks, or in the freezer for longer shelf life.
To make this basic granola recipe vegan you can substitute the honey with either agave syrup or maple syrup and then use melted coconut oil instead of the butter called for in the recipe.
Special Diets
Gluten Free | High Fiber | Low Cholesterol | Low Fat | Low Sodium | Vegetarian | Weight Watchers
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Crock-Pot Basic Granola Recipe
Equipment
- Microwave Safe Bowl for melting butter
Ingredients
- 7 Cups Old Fashioned Oats
- ⅔ Cup Honey
- ¼ Cup Unsalted Butter (Melted)
Instructions
- Add oats, honey and melted butter to a 6 quart or larger slow cooker and stir to coat all of the oats in the honey and butter.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes while it cooks.
- Turn slow cooker OFF (or unplug) and allow the granola to cool completely.
- Store granola in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
If you want to add in other ingredients do you add them before or after cooking the granola in the crockppt?
Hi Joan,
They would be best added afterwards. Hope you enjoy!
What could you replace the butter with for a vegan recipe?
I’m sure you could use a plant based butter.
I followed the recipe as written but my granola is not crispy or crunchy, just wondering if should spread it out on a cookie sheet and ‘toast ‘ it in the oven?
I am sorry your granola did not get crispy. Go ahead and toast it in the oven on a cookie sheet.
Is the nutrition information for the entire batch or for a single serving (if so, how much is a serving size)
Hi Kristin, the nutritional information listed on all the recipes on our website are per serving. And a serving size is the entire batch divided by the number of servings listed in the recipe box. So for this recipe for Crock-Pot Basic Granola a serving size is 12th of the finished batch of granola.
can you please clarify the nutritional information, so 1/12 of the granola recipe has 593 calories?
Yes that is correct Tammy
Have you ever tried to dry can the granola for long term storage? If so, what did you do?
Thanks!