Crunchy granola should be super crunchy. This delicious easy recipe makes crispy, crunchy granola that tastes amazing and stays crunchy in milk!
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, buttermilk, and melted butter. Stir thoroughly, then cover loosely and let sit for 20 minutes.
Add the sugar and salt to the bowl and stir thoroughly again. Cover loosely and let sit for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 300°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Stir the oat mixture, then spread half of the mixture evenly on each sheet. Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes, stirring with a fork every 20 minutes, until evenly deep golden brown in color. Cool completely before storing airtight.
Makes 8 servings of 1/2 cup each.