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Oil-Free Vegan Granola
5 from 24 votes

Oil-Free Vegan Granola

This Oil-Free Vegan Granola uses brown rice syrup and almond butter to bind oats, nuts, and seeds without oil, creating clusters with a sweet, nutty flavor. Spiced with cinnamon and vanilla extracts, it bakes to a toasted, crunchy texture. Adding dried fruit or coconut after baking offers additional flavor variations. The granola stores well at room temperature or refrigerated and can be frozen for longer freshness.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 355 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ½ cup brown rice syrup important for clusters; or sub maple syrup, if desired, and omit the maple syrup listed below.
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • ¼ cup almond butter Or other nut/seed butter, raw
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon almond extract optional
  • 3 cups rolled oats certified gluten-free if needed, old fashioned
  • 1 cup almonds use less for reduced-fat granola, raw or other nuts
  • ¼ cup pumpkin seeds raw or other

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 320 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment or a silicone mat.
  2. In a mixing bowl combine the syrups, almond butter, extracts, salt and cinnamon. Microwave in 10 to 15 second intervals to warm the syrup slightly. This makes it easier to stir and combine with the other ingredients.
  3. Once the wet ingredients are fully combined, add the oats, nuts, and seeds to the bowl. Stir until everything is well coated with the syrup mixture.
  4. Spread the granola onto the prepared pan, lightly pressing it down. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove from oven, stir, and spread out on the pan again. Bake for another 20 to 25 minutes, keeping an eye on the bottom of the granola in the last few minutes to make sure it doesn't burn.
  5. Let the granola cool on the pan for 15 minutes, then break into clusters. Once completely cool, transfer to an airtight container.

Notes

  • Add dried fruit or flaked coconut into the granola after it has cooled for added flavor and texture.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute almond butter with seed butters like sunflower seed butter or tahini.
  • Store granola in an airtight container at room temperature up to two weeks, or refrigerate for up to one month.
  • Granola can be frozen without losing flavor or crunch for longer storage.
  • Try experimenting with spices such as pumpkin spice, garam masala, chai spice, or cocoa powder to customize the flavor.

Nutrition Information

Calories 355kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 46g (15%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 186mg (8%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 15g (30%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 355

% Daily Value*

Calories 355kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 46g 15%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 186mg 8%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 15g 30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.