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Peanut butter granola with large oat clusters and roasted peanuts in a ceramic bowl

Peanut Butter Granola with Big Clusters and Peanuts

Peanut butter granola with big clusters is a crunchy, salty-sweet snack with hearty oat clusters and rich peanut flavor. It is perfect for breakfast, snacking, or adding a satisfying homemade crunch to everyday treats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Rest Time 3 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 16 (about 1/2 cup per serving - but it depends on how big your clusters are)
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 277
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry ingredients
  • 3 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup salted or honey roasted peanuts (chopped if desired)
  • 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet ingredients
  • 3/4 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 2/3 cup real maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1/4 cup milk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. Combine the rolled oats, peanuts, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk the peanut butter, canola oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and milk together until smooth.
  4. Add the wet mixture to the oat mixture and stir until evenly combined.
Baking
  1. Line a large 9×13 or larger jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. Spread the granola mixture evenly across the prepared pan.
  3. Bake for 15 minutes, then stir once.
  4. Bake for another 15 minutes until the granola is golden brown and dry to the touch, checking before the timer ends to prevent overbrowning or excessive drying.
Cooling
  1. Leave the granola undisturbed for 2-3 hours to cool, form clusters, and develop its crunchy texture.
Serving
  1. Serve the granola clusters with yogurt, fruit, ice cream, milk, or enjoy them as a snack.

Notes

The granola has the best flavor and texture after it has cooled. A small sprinkle of extra sea salt can add a salty-sweet contrast. The recipe can be customized with different nuts, nut butters, and sweeteners. A honey almond variation was also made using sliced almonds, almond butter, and a combination of honey and brown rice syrup.