Nut and Seed Granola (Vegan, Oil-Free!)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
8 (2/3-cup servings)
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Calories
291 kcal
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Cuisine
Vegan, gluten-free
Nut and Seed Granola (Vegan, Oil-Free!)
Description
This granola mixes oat and nut flours with a variety of nuts and seeds, including walnuts, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, and ground flax seeds, providing a complex texture and nutty flavor base. Cinnamon adds warmth and depth. The wet ingredients of pure maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla extract bind the mixture without using any oil, keeping it vegan and lower in fat.
Baked at 325°F and stirred periodically, the granola gradually becomes crisp and golden while retaining some chewiness from the applesauce. After cooling, stirring in raisins or other dried fruits adds sweetness and chewiness contrasting the toasted oat clusters. The granola can be customized further by adding other nuts or dried fruits either before or after baking.
Once fully cooled, it stores well in an airtight container, maintaining freshness for a couple of weeks in the fridge or pantry. This makes it practical for prepping breakfasts or snacks ahead of time.
Ingredients
For the dry ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled oats gluten-free if desired, old-fashioned
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2/3 cup walnuts I use raw, unsalted, chopped
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 2 Tbsp. chia seeds
- 2 Tbsp. flax seeds ground
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
For the wet ingredients:
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup (or up to 1/2 cup)
- 1/4 cup applesauce
- 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract pure
Stir-in:
- 1/3 cup raisins (or other dried fruit)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking pan with parchment paper (or Silpat). Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all dry ingredients.
- In a small bowl, combine wet ingredients. Stir to combine.
- Add wet ingredients to dry. Stir very well to thoroughly coat.
- Spread out granola evenly on the lined pan.
- Place in oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, stirring every 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool. (It will gradually harden as it cools.) Then stir in raisins or other dried fruit of choice.
Notes
- Customize the granola by adding pumpkin seeds, pecans, peanuts, or hemp hearts to the dry mix before baking.
- Stir in dried cranberries, cherries, vegan chocolate chips, or coconut flakes after baking for added variety.
- Let the granola cool completely before storing in an airtight container; it keeps well for a couple of weeks when kept refrigerated or at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8(2/3-cup servings)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 291 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 291kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.004g | 0% |
| Potassium | 259mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 9IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 81mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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