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Homemade Granola with Blueberries and Peans

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For me, my Homemade Granola with Blueberries and Pecans is like a taste of vacation. Try it and it could transport you, too.

For me, my Homemade Granola with Blueberries and Pecans is like a taste of vacation. Try it and it could transport you, too.If you have a favorite vacation spot, I’m willing to bet there’s a favorite food you always enjoy when you’re there. For me, one of those foods is granola from my favorite breakfast restaurant in La Jolla, California.

Now, if you’re thinking, “Granola is your favorite vacation food?” you probably haven’t ever had the homemade granola at The Cottage. I was just there and bought a bag to take home. I’ve been enjoying it all week.

Looking down on a bowl of plain yogurt with granola and fruit.

Make Granola with Blueberries and Pecans for a Taste of Vacation

You can bet that I need more vacation time in my life and the only way for me to get it right now is from this favorite breakfast cereal! This granola is versatile: You can snack on it by itself (I did that as it was cooling), eat it with milk or plain yogurt and fresh fruit, or sprinkle it over ice cream. 

It’s so easy to whip up a batch of granola in your own kitchen. In addition to the dried blueberries and crunchy pecans, this cereal has a special ingredient you won’t find in my chunky cherry-chai granola.

Looking down on a jar of granola with some sprinkled on the table.

I’m pretty sure it’s the same ingredient that makes my vacation cereal taste so darn good! Have I grabbed your attention? That “something special” is sweetened condensed milk.

That’s the ticket. While sweetened condensed milk might not be an especially healthy ingredient (it’s used mostly in desserts after all), think of this homemade granola with blueberries and pecans like vacation itself: Something to indulge in from time to time.

Looking down on a bowl of granola filled with blueberries and pecans

I was telling my neighbor that I was going to be busy reliving my vacay and making myself some homemade granola. She mentioned that the salad she ordered recently at a local restaurant has granola sprinkled over it. What a great idea! I can’t wait to toss it over one of my favorite salads. 

Clumps of granola spilled onto a table.

I love chocolate and if I can add it to my morning meal, why not? That’s where my banana-walnut chocolate chip granola comes into the picture. It’s really good (no sweetened condensed milk in the recipe) and also really easy to make.

Looking down at a bowl of yogurt with granola over the top and fresh fruit on the side.

Whether you enjoy cereal for breakfast or you like to snack on it, this homemade granola with blueberries and pecans might remind you of vacation like it does me. It’s versatile, too, so toss it over a salad or your next bowl of ice cream!

looking at a bowl of granola, yogurt and fruit with the words, Homemade Granola with Blueberries and Pecans at the bottom

Serves Makes 5-6 cups of granola

Homemade Granola with Blueberries and Peans
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Ingredients

  • 3 cups of rolled oats (not instant oats)
  • 1-1/4 cup dried blueberries
  • 1-1/2 cups chopped pecans
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Line two baking pans with parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. Add the oats, blueberries, pecans, coconut, cinnamon, and salt to a large bowl and toss to combine.
  3. In a medium bowl, add the sweetened condensed milk, oil, and vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry mixture and mix so the ingredients are evenly coated.
  5. Divide the mixture between the two pans and spread it out evenly across the pans.
  6. Bake for 45-55 minutes, tossing the mixture every 15 minutes until it is lightly browned.
  7. Remove and cool.
  8. Store in an airtight container for about a week.
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Comments

  1. Natalie says

    Perfect for my kid's breakfast! My picky eaters liked it, so this one is definitely a keeper, thanks!
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  3. Tayler Ross says

    I eat granola almost every morning, so I can't wait to try this blueberry version! It looks incredible and I know my whole foamily will love it!
    ★★★★★
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  9. Pat says

    I love the Cottage’s granola but nice to know we can taste it when we can’t be there in person. This is really good - so flavorful!
    ★★★★★
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  10. Veronika says

    This granola was delicious! I liked the addition of dried blueberries and condensed milk which made it really tasty and added just the right amount of sweetness.
    ★★★★★
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  11. Tammy says

    Ooh I have to find dried blueberries! What a delightful surprise for granola...this looks so delicious with the pecans. I'd be snacking on this all day long.
    ★★★★★
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  12. Jesssica says

    This granola not only tasted better than what I usually buy but was much more affordable and fresh ]. I can't believe I hadn't prepared homemade granola before; it was so easy!!!! I will definitely be making this again.
    ★★★★★
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    • Patricia says

      Thanks, Jessica! I'm so glad to hear you liked it! Yes, it's so easy to make and more cost effective, too!
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  13. Amy Casey says

    This was my first time making granola and this recipe was amazing! The combo of blueberries, cinnamon, coconut and pecans was delicious.
    ★★★★★
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  14. Jamie says

    Homemade granola is so much better! My family's been enjoying this for breakfast every morning with yogurt and blueberries. So good!
    ★★★★★
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  16. Gloria says

    Homemade granola is the best. You can make it just the way you like. I love this as a food give idea too.
    ★★★★★
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