Super Crunchy Oil Free Granola
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Super Crunchy Oil Free Granola
Description
Super Crunchy Oil Free Granola combines wholesome oats, bran, and seeds with a plant-based aquafaba binder whipped to a light, airy foam with cream of tartar for stability. The inclusion of slivered almonds and pepitas adds crunch alongside the oats, while warm spices like cinnamon, turmeric, ground ginger, and cloves lend subtle complexity. Baking the granola in stages with stirring breaks up clusters and dries it out evenly for a crunchy finish without any added oil. The result is a textured granola that can be enjoyed as a breakfast cereal or snack.
The granola’s spiced profile and nutty components provide a hearty mouthfeel that complements cold or warm milk, yogurt, or fruit. It’s suitable for those seeking an oil-free alternative in their granola with a slightly different texture and flavor from typical recipes that use oil or butter. The whipped aquafaba coating also helps the granola hold together well once baked.
To maintain the crunchy texture, it’s best to spread the granola mixture thinly and bake with periodic stirring. This prevents sogginess and ensures the oats and nuts toast evenly. Allow the granola to cool completely before storing in an airtight container to preserve crispness.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup aquafaba $0.25
- 1/8 tsp cream of tartar $0.01
- 1/4 cup brown sugar $0.16
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract $0.14
- 2 cups rolled oats $0.33
- 1/4 cup oat bran $0.18
- 1/4 cup Flaxseed $0.12, ground
- 1/4 cup almonds $0.48, slivered
- 1/4 cup Pepitas $.060
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon $0.05
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric $0.05
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger $0.03
- 1/8 tsp cloves $0.02, ground
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the aquafaba and cream of tartar to a bowl and use an electric hand mixer or stand mixer to whip the aquafaba into stiff peaks. Once the aquafaba is whipped, add the vanilla extract and brown sugar, then whip for another 30 seconds, or until the brown sugar is dissolved into the foam.
- In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, oat bran, ground flaxseed, almonds, pepitas, cinnamon, turmeric, ground ginger, and ground cloves. Stir until combined.
- Pour the oat mixture into the bowl with the whipped and sweetened aquafaba. Stir until the dry ingredients are completely coated in the aquafaba.
- Spread the granola mixture onto the lined baking sheet so that it is in a single layer and not piled too deep.
- Bake the granola for 20 minutes, then remove it from the oven and give it a gentle stir. Bake for 10 minutes more, and stir a second time. Bake 5 minutes more, or until the granola is dry and the edges are deep golden brown.
- Allow the granola to cool and then store in an air-tight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 91/2 cup each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 16019 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 160.19kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 20.67g | 7% |
| Protein | 6.5g | 13% |
| Fat | 7.07g | 11% |
| Sodium | 23.43mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 3.74g | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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