Air fryer granola is quick and simple to make and gives you fresh, wholesome granola without unnecessary additives or excess sugar — ready in under 15 minutes.
This homemade granola makes a delicious breakfast or snack, and once you try it you’ll likely skip the store-bought kind. It’s naturally sweetened with honey, but you can swap in maple syrup or rice malt syrup if you prefer.
Making granola in the air fryer is fast and convenient, and it’s especially handy in warmer weather when you don’t want to heat the whole kitchen with the oven.
INGREDIENTS
These are the components you’ll need for simple homemade granola (exact measurements are in the recipe card below):
- Traditional rolled oats (old-fashioned oats)
- Almonds (or substitute your favorite nut)
- Cinnamon
- Salt
- Honey (or maple syrup / brown rice syrup)
- Vanilla extract
- Coconut oil (melted)
INSTRUCTIONS
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly so the oats and nuts are evenly coated.
Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Spread the granola mixture into an even layer in the basket.
Cook at 180°C (350°F) for about 10 minutes, pausing every few minutes to stir and redistribute the granola so it browns evenly. It’s ready when the oats turn golden brown.
Carefully lift the parchment with the granola from the basket and spread it out on the counter to cool completely. Cooling helps clusters form and prevents the granola from steaming and softening.
TOP TIPS
- Watch closely so the granola doesn’t burn — oats brown quickly in the air fryer.
- Use traditional rolled (old-fashioned) oats; quick oats or steel-cut oats won’t give the same texture.
- Store cooled granola in an airtight glass jar at room temperature for up to two weeks.
- For longer storage, freeze granola in an airtight container for a few months. Thaw at room temperature overnight before using.
- Customize the recipe by swapping in different nuts, seeds, or sweeteners to suit your taste.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can make similar granola in the oven using a baking sheet and the same method and timings adjusted as needed.
MORE AIR FRYER RECIPES
- Air Fryer Crispy Breakfast Potatoes
- Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Rolls
- Air Fryer Banana Muffins
- Air Fryer Brownies
- Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
If you try this recipe, please leave a comment and rating to share how it turned out — your feedback is appreciated.
📋 RECIPE
Air Fryer Granola
4
5 minutes
10 minutes
15 minutes
Ready in under 15 minutes, this air fryer granola is an easy way to enjoy fresh, minimally sweetened granola at home.
Ingredients
- ½ cup natural almonds, roughly chopped
- 1 cup old fashioned / rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl until the oats and nuts are evenly coated.
- Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper, then spread the granola into an even layer.
- Cook at 180°C / 350°F for about 10 minutes, stirring every few minutes so it browns evenly. Remove when golden.
- Carefully lift out using the parchment and spread on the counter to cool completely before storing.
Notes
- Keep a close eye while cooking — the granola can go from golden to burnt quickly.
- Use rolled (old-fashioned) oats for the best texture; quick oats or steel-cut oats are not recommended.
- Store in an airtight jar at room temperature for up to two weeks, or freeze for longer storage.
- Feel free to change nuts, add seeds, or adjust sweetener to taste.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4
Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 293
Total Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 121mg
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 14g
Protein: 6g