Banana Granola with Oats and Nuts
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/4 cup neutral oil (such as sunflower or avocado)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsalted nuts (such as pecans, almonds, walnuts, or pistachios)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Optional spices
- Cardamom, to taste
- Ground ginger, to taste
- Ground cloves, to taste
- Allspice, to taste
Preparation
In a bowl, mash the bananas. Add the oil and vanilla extract, and mix together.
Stir in the oatmeal, nuts, and spices until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
Spread the mixture evenly on a baking tray lined with baking paper.
Bake the granola in a preheated oven at 325°F for 25 minutes, or in an air fryer at 325°F for 15 minutes, until golden brown. Stir halfway through the baking time.
Allow the granola to cool completely before storing it in an airtight container.
Tips
This granola is a great way to use up ripe bananas.
Enjoy it over time as a simple and healthy snack.
