What’s more ‘granola’ than regular granola? A vegan, paleo, oil-free, grain-free granola (lol). Seriously though, this granola checks all the health boxes out there and is seriously DELICIOUS. Almond butter gives it a rich crunchiness in place of oil and maple syrup gives it some natural, unrefined sweetness.
This wholesome healthy granola is packed with nutrients, healthy fats, protein, and fiber!
Snack on it by itself, or as a yummy simple breakfast with some almond milk. It’s got about 10 ingredients and comes together in one bowl! Simply mix and bake.
Because of the almond butter, delicious hearty clusters form when baking! This recipe makes a chunky granola.
Make it a festive pumpkin spiced granola or keep it traditional with cinnamon.
Grain-Free Granola Ingredients:
This blend is just a suggestion (partially based on what I already had in my cupboard). Feel free to add or switch up the ingredients listed below!
Raw Slivered Almonds: Slivered do well with this granola but feel free to use chopped or sliced as well.
Raw Pecans: The star of this granola in taste and texture. Chop, or leave them whole.
Raw Walnuts: High in omega 3s! Adds some bitterness to contrast the sweet.
Dates: Add a soft texture that contrasts the crunchy elements well.
Hemp Seeds: Hemp seeds make a delicious addition and are packed with zinc!
Pumpkin Seeds: Rich in nutrients and antioxidants. These add a light crunch.
Unsweetened Coconut Flakes: Heart-healthy, immune-boosting, and packed with fiber. They add a nice flavor and crunch to this grain-free granola.
Maple Syrup: A delicious, pure, unrefined sweetener that’s packed with antioxidants!
Almond Butter: Packed with healthy monounsaturated fats that may help you lose belly fat. Almond butter also makes this granola deliciously crispy without any oil!
Vanilla: Optional but a wonderful flavor addition.
Salt: The salted almond butter may be enough for you, but I like to add a little extra salt. Sea salt and pink Himalayan are good choices here.
Substitutions / Additions:
Flax or Chia Seeds: Would add an extra dose of omega 3s and crunch.
Dried Fruit: Instead of the dates, you could try dried cranberries, raisins, or whatever you like. Any would add a nice softness and sweetness.
Chocolate Chips: Dairy-free, naturally-sweetened chocolate chips, or whatever kind you like would complement the other flavors in this grain-free granola well.
Can this granola be raw?
Yes! You can make this into a grain-free
Storage
The great thing about this granola is it can be kept for up to a few weeks! Store it in an airtight container at room temperature.
You can also put it in the freezer and thaw it when ready to use, to keep it fresh for even longer.
How to enjoy grain-free granola:
By itself: Makes a delicious, healthy snack on the go.
Cereal: Paired with almond milk or non-dairy milk of your choice, this healthy vegan no oil granola makes a great morning breakfast cereal!
As a dessert: Pair it with some non-dairy vanilla ice cream, on top of apples drizz
Notes
1 . Be careful not to over-bake. Bake it just until it’s lightly golden on top. It might not seem like it’s done yet, but it will continue to crisp up as it cools.
2. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Because of the stickiness of this granola prior to baking, the sugars will caramelize and stick to the pan rather than your granola.
3. To get the best clusters, roughly spread granola over the pan, gently pressing down on granola slightly while doing so.
4. Allow granola to cool completely before enjoying for maximum crispiness.
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Easy Grain-Free Granola (No oil, Vegan, Paleo)
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw pecans
- 1 cup raw walnut pieces
- 1/2 cup raw slivered or sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds
- 3 tablespoons raw hemp seeds
- 1/2 cup dates chopped
- 1/2 cup coconut flakes unsweetened, untoasted
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice or cinnamon
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup almond butter salted
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract optional
- 1/4 teaspoon salt optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F and position your oven rack to be in the center.
- Place all ingredients in a large bowl. Stir until well combined. For a finer texture pulse in a food processor until combined.
- On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spread out granola mixture in a thin layer. It's ok to leave small clusters (that's the best part!).
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, turning mixture once or twice.
- It will look somewhat underbaked when it comes out of the oven, but will harden as it cools.* If you like a crispier granola leave it in closer to the 20 minute mark or longer to your preference. Be careful though, as it can burn quickly.
- Let mixture cool completely before enjoying.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a few weeks.
Nutrition Info: Serving size: 1/4 cup. Total Number of servings 20. Calories per serving: 207. Fat: 16.8g. Carbs: 12.4g. Fiber: 2.6g. Sugars: 8.3g. Protein: 5g.
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