Classic dishes have gained a well-deserved place in everybody’s hearts and this homemade honey chili spiced granola recipe is no exception. I really love enjoying the crunchy clusters in my morning milk and just because I gave up all grains and dairy doesn’t mean I have to live a granola-free life. With a little imagination every classic can be adapted to a healthier version.
You can go with traditional granola flavors like maple or pumpkin spice granola, but if you want to go further you can mix up tastes and chili spices to create a delicious breakfast that will really enchant your taste buds. Combining sweet and spicy or salty is one of my favs and you will see that your granola will get an exquisite flavor. I didn’t even have to serve it with milk, a spoon was all I needed.
You only need some nuts, seeds, dried fruits, coconut oil and healthy sweetener like honey and you got yourself the perfect granola.
How to select the right chili
Of course, don’t forget the chili to spice it up. Depending on how hot you want your food to be, use Chile de Arbol (very hot), Guajillo (for a medium flavor) or Anaheim (a mild taste).
Honey Chili Spiced Granola Recipe:
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- ½ cup almonds
- ½ cup + 2 tbsps cashews
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ½ cup pumpkin seeds
- ½ cup raisins
- 2-3 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1-2 tablespoons honey (use coconut nectar or maple syrup for vegan)
- pinch sea salt
- 2-3 dried Guajillo chilies for medium spice (use chile de arbol for hot or anaheim for mild)
- pinch cayenne
- Preheat your oven to 300F.
- Roughly ground all the nuts and seeds (except for the 2 tablespoons cashews) using a food processor.
- Transfer them to a large bowl. Add the whole cashews, raisins, coconut oil, honey, salt and cayenne.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper and add the mixture, spreading it evenly on the whole surface.
- Bake for about 20 minutes. After 10 minutes, stir a little bit so the granola doesn’t burn.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool down.
- Finely chop the dried chilies and add them to the nut mixture. If you prefer your breakfast hotter, simply add the chilies before you put the tray into the oven so they will have time to release their whole flavor.
- Enjoy with a glass of coconut milk or by its own.
About the Author Madalina Voicu
Madalina is an experienced home chef and a professional photographer. She loves to study about the impact that food has on our health and everyday levels of energy and well-being. She strongly believes that “you are what you eat” and choosing the right nutrition can change your life. Working with whole foods and various spices, Madalina creates delicious recipes for healthy active people.
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Jenn says
August 7, 2017 at 7:03 pmHomemade granola is the best! And I love the sweet and spicy combo in this recipe!
Annemarie @ justalittlebitofbacon says
August 7, 2017 at 7:40 pmI love how versatile granola is, though I do still love my oat version. 🙂 And the spice of the chilis would certainly wake me up!
prasanna hede says
August 7, 2017 at 7:42 pmLoved the idea of adding cashew and pumpkin seeds in addition to Honey! Wow! this is so amazing.
Amanda | Chew Town says
August 7, 2017 at 9:15 pmI love the idea of adding chilli to my granola!! I’ve never thought about it before, but served on top of yoghurt, this granola sounds amazing. Definitely going to give it a try!
Jagruti says
August 7, 2017 at 9:43 pmWow..chilli in a granola, that must be so tasty!
Renee says
August 14, 2017 at 12:20 pmOoo what a FUN flavor combo for granola! I would be all over this! Thank you!
Jessica DeMay says
August 14, 2017 at 5:21 pmThis granola looks delicious! I love the addition of the chilis- what a fun way to mix it up.
Jean says
August 15, 2017 at 9:53 amWhat an interesting combo! I would never think to add chili. I’ll have to try this out!
Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says
August 16, 2017 at 1:52 pmI can’t be trusted around anything that’s a sweet spicy combo, and this granola looks positively addictive!
Tina says
August 17, 2017 at 8:03 pmI bet this would make an awesome breakfast on the go!
Cristina Curp says
August 20, 2017 at 11:21 amOh this looks amazing! That hit of spicy sounds divine!
Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says
August 20, 2017 at 5:37 pmWow!!! I bet this has a nice kick with those guajillo peppers! Love the sweet honey too
ChihYu says
August 20, 2017 at 6:58 pmYUM ! love having healthy granola at home and this version looks delicious !
Katja says
August 20, 2017 at 8:12 pmLove this flavor combo!
Darryl Edwards says
August 20, 2017 at 10:08 pmWould never consider adding spices to granola that’s why it’s always a pleasure to read your posts and get some great ideas, thank you!
tae says
August 21, 2017 at 12:28 pmThere is nothing quite like homemade granola! And this is such an interesting flavor combo!
Kelly @ A Girl Worth Saving says
August 30, 2017 at 12:15 pmI never would have thought to make spicy granola! Looks divine.