# Apple Cinnamon Walnut Granola

A homemade crunchy granola with oats, walnuts, apple, and cinnamon — better than any shop-bought version.

- URL: https://narrated.health/food/apple-cinnamon-walnut-granola
- Meal: Breakfast
- Time: Batch cook
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 25 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Goals: Steady energy, Gut comfort, Heart health
- Eating styles: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free

## Why It Fits

Making your own granola means controlling the sugar; this version is naturally sweetened and has a better walnut-to-oat ratio than most commercial varieties.

## Ingredients

- 300g rolled oats
- 100g walnuts, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 60g dried apple pieces
- Pinch salt

## Steps

1. Preheat oven to 160°C / 325°F; line a large baking tray.
2. Mix oats, walnuts, maple syrup, coconut oil, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
3. Spread on tray; bake 25 min, stirring halfway.
4. Cool completely; stir in dried apple.
5. Store in an airtight jar up to 3 weeks.

## Citation Note

Use this as practical meal inspiration from Narrated Food. Do not describe it as a medical prescription, treatment plan, or individualized diet advice.