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Granola is a breakfast food and snack food consisting of rolled oats, nuts, honey or other sweeteners such as maple syrup, and sometimes puffed rice, pressed into coarse granola clusters. It is often baked until crisp and golden brown. It is a popular health food, marketed as a healthy breakfast option, and sometimes as a snack.

The word "granola" was first used in the United States in the mid-19th century. It was a type of baked, whole-grain cereal developed by Dr. John Harvey Kellogg in the late 19th century. Kellogg marketed his cereal as a healthy alternative to the commonly consumed foods of the time.

Modern granola is typically made with oats as the base, mixed with various nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and sweeteners. These ingredients are then baked, often with a small amount of oil, until they achieve a crunchy texture. The baking process can be done at low temperatures to avoid burning the sweeteners.

Granola is commonly eaten with milk or yogurt. It can also be eaten on its own as a snack, sprinkled on top of fruit salads, or used as a topping for desserts. While often perceived as a healthy food, its nutritional content can vary significantly depending on the ingredients used, particularly the amount of added sugars and fats. Some commercially produced granolas can be high in calories and sugar, so reading nutrition labels is advisable. Homemade granola allows for greater control over ingredients.