Homemade Honey-Nut Granola

RecipesHomemaking

May 21

If you're craving a quick breakfast that fuels your mornings (without the sugar crash or $8 cereal price tag), this hormone-supportive granola might just become your new staple.

I love a crunchy, slightly sweet cereal moment. But let's be real—cereal prices are getting out of hand. And if you're trying to avoid added sugars, fillers, or inflammatory oils, the “natural” or “organic” options can feel way out of budget.

The good news? With just a few pantry staples, you can whip up your own nourishing granola that fuels you (yes, even supports hormone balance—because what mom doesn’t need that?) and gives your kids something wholesome for those “we’re-late-again” school mornings.

Over the past couple of years, I’ve experimented with a few granola recipes, but this one is our every-season favorite. It’s cozy and crunchy with the perfect touch of sweetness. Pour it over milk (dairy or almond), swirl it into kefir for a probiotic boost, or keep it simple as a quick breakfast or nourishing snack—for both mom and kids.

This recipe is not only kid-approved, but mama-supportive too. Here’s why I love it:

↠ Lightly sweetened with honey
↠ Packed with fiber, minerals, and healthy fats
↠ Crunchy enough to satisfy (without tearing up your mouth—because some granola is wild like that)
↠ Free from junky oils, fillers, or weird additives
↠ Total crowd-pleaser:
♡ For moms: Keeps you full, supports your energy, and actually helps balance your hormones.
♡ For kids: Brain-boosting ingredients to help them power through the school day.

A Quick Breakdown of the Benefits

✧ Oats: A fiber-rich staple that stabilizes blood sugar, supports digestion, and keeps you full longer—great for moms managing hormone shifts and for keeping kids' energy steady through the morning.

✧ Walnuts + Pecans: Full of healthy fats and omega-3s that reduce inflammation, support brain development, and improve focus—ideal for busy school mornings and growing minds.

✧ Ground Flaxseed:
♡ For moms: Supports estrogen balance and regular cycles.
♡ For kids: Rich in fiber and plant-based omega-3s that aid digestion and brain development. Also helps gently keep things moving in the bathroom—especially great for little ones with inconsistent digestion.

✧ Chia Seeds:
♡ For moms: High in calcium, fiber, and healthy fats to support hormone health and energy.
♡ For kids: Boost hydration (they absorb liquid!) and provide brain-supporting omega-3s. Plus, their fiber keeps digestion on track—an underrated win for kiddo routines.

✧ Shredded Coconut: Adds flavor and texture while offering antimicrobial benefits to support gut health—for the whole fam. A healthy gut = better immunity and mood stability for both kids and moms.

✧ Honey: A natural sweetener that offers trace minerals and antioxidants. It's sweet enough to keep kids happy but balanced enough not to spike their blood sugar like conventional cereals.

How We Use It in Our Home

This granola is a weekly staple in our kitchen—I usually batch it on Sunday and it lasts us all week (unless my kids snack it straight from the jar, which… fair).

Here’s how we love it:

〰️ Sprinkled over Greek yogurt with fresh berries
〰️ In a bowl with almond milk and a dash of cinnamon
〰️ Packed into little snack bags for on-the-go energy
〰️ Layered into parfait cups for easy school mornings or cozy weekend brunches

Basically: it’s a win. It tastes amazing, fills everyone up, and actually supports your energy instead of draining it like most of the store-bought stuff!

Budget-Friendly Pantry Staples That Actually Stretch

One of the biggest ways I keep our food budget in check—while still choosing high-quality ingredients—is by building a well-stocked pantry with versatile staples. Most of the ingredients in this granola recipe can be found at Walmart or Costco, and I’ve linked our favorites below to make shopping simple and budget-conscious. ♡

My Go-To Shopping for Stock-Ups

✧ We buy rolled oats, flax seeds, chia seeds, shredded coconut, and coconut oil from Walmart or Trader Joe’s and keep them in airtight jars in the pantry for easy access.

✧ We grab nuts, honey, and sometimes oats in bulk at Costco, which saves so much in the long run. I store our snacking nuts in my favorite pop-lid containers so the kids can easily grab them, and the rest go straight into the freezer to keep them fresh for recipes like this.

✧ These ingredients aren’t just one-time use items—they become staples that make other homemade, nourishing recipes easier too. Once you stock up, it’s so much simpler to whip together energy bites, homemade muffins, or quick granola bars.

It’s all about stretching the budget without sacrificing quality, and giving your family real-food fuel you can feel good about.

Yield: 10-12+

Author: Jennifer Cat

Homemade Honey-Nut Granola

Crunchy, lightly sweet, and totally nourishing—this homemade granola is a quick breakfast or snack the whole family will love. Made with wholesome ingredients that fuel focus and energy!

Ingredients

Ingredients:
2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup shredded coconut
2 tbsp ground or whole flax seeds
1 tbsp chia seeds
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
Wet Ingredients:
1/3 cup honey
2 tbsp melted coconut oil
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl: oats, nuts, coconut, flax, chia, salt, and cinnamon.
In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the honey and oil until it’s pourable. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla (if using).
Pour wet over dry and stir until fully coated.
Spread evenly on the baking sheet and press down gently with the back of a spoon or spatula for clumpy granola.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through for even toasting. Watch closely at the end so it doesn’t burn.
Cool completely before breaking into clusters. It will crisp up more as it cools.