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Surfer's Granola

This surfer's granola is a wonderfully textured vegetarian breakfast that balances wholesome grains with a satisfying crunch. Unlike shop-bought versions that can be overly sweet, this homemade recipe uses honey and olive oil to create a deeply toasted flavour that pairs beautifully with the warmth of cinnamon and ginger. The addition of millet and flaxseeds provides an earthy complexity, while a soak in hot water ensures the oats become perfectly crisp without being tough.

Packed with protein-rich almonds and seeds, this heart-healthy granola is ideal for those who need a slow-release energy boost to start the day. It is incredibly versatile and can be made up to a week in advance for easy morning meals. Serve it generously over thick yoghurt with slices of fresh mango or papaya for a bright, tropical start to your morning.

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Ingredients for Surfer's Granola

  • 180g old-fashioned oats

  • 25g millet (optional

  • if not using, add an extra 25g oats)

  • 1 tablespoon golden or other flaxseeds (optional)

  • 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided

  • 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoons ground ginger

  • 80ml honey

  • 60ml extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • 2 tablespoons (packed) light brown sugar

  • 150g raw almonds, coarsely chopped

  • 45g raw shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

  • 70g raw sunflower seeds

  • 1 tablespoon sugar

  • 100g raisins

  • Yoghurt

  • Thinly sliced mangoes, papayas, or other fresh fruit

  • Millet and golden flaxseeds can be found at natural foods stores and some supermarkets.

Heat oven to 149°C. Mix oats, millet and flaxseeds (if using), 1/4 teaspoons salt, cinnamon, and ginger in a medium bowl. Add 240ml hot tap water. Mix thoroughly and let stand for 15 minutes to soften oats.

Bring honey, 2 tablespoons oil, and brown sugar to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring to dissolve sugar. Add honey mixture to oat mixture in bowl and toss to coat. Spread out in an even layer on a large rimmed baking sheet.

Bake oat mixture, stirring 2-3 times, until dark golden brown, 50-60 minutes. Place sheet on a wire rack and let oat mixture cool completely.

Increase oven temperature to 177°C. Mix remaining 1/2 teaspoons salt, remaining 2 tablespoons oil, almonds, pumpkin and sunflower seeds, and sugar in a medium bowl. Spread in an even layer on another rimmed baking sheet. Bake, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Place sheet on a wire rack and let nut mixture cool completely.

Combine oat mixture, nut mixture, and raisins in a large bowl. DO AHEAD: Granola can be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

Serve granola in bowls with yoghurt and sliced fresh fruit.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 28 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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