Packed full of healthy plant protein like nuts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, flax seeds, and coconut flakes, it is very high in nutrients, fiber, and healthy plant-based fat. It is healthier than store-bought granola because you control what goes into it!

What type of oil should I use?

Instead of using butter, I use olive oil or coconut oil, keeping it totally vegan. Coconut oil adds a subtle sweetness and delicious flavor, but olive oil works great too!

What temperature do I bake granola?

Bake the Homemade Granola at 325 F until golden and fragrant, about 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, and patting down, and rotating the pan.

How do I get granola clusters?

Patting the granola down with a spatula halfway through baking allows it to form those glorious clusters we all dream of.

Can I make this granola sweeter?

The maple syrup in this recipe offers the perfect amount of sweetness! But you could always sprinkle in a little brown sugar if you want extra sweetness. Or after the granola is done baking and has cooled completely, you could mix in chocolate chips.

Vegan Gluten-Free Granola Recipe

Name: Homemade Granola Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups organic rolled oats- quick or thick, or gluten-free; 1 ½ cups raw nuts (almonds, pecans, cashews, walnuts, hazelnuts, pistachios); 1 cup pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds (a combo of both is nice); 1 cup flaked coconut (optional) -unsweetened, big flakes! not grated; 1/4- 1/2 cup mix of seeds- chia seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds, sesame seeds and poppy seeds (all optional); 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ teaspoon cardamom or nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon salt; ⅓ cup coconut oil – melted or sub olive oil; ⅓ cup maple syrup (or honey, not vegan); 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 tablespoon orange zest- optional

Description

This granola recipe is vegan and gluten-free, made with wholesome ingredients and sweetened with maple syrup. Full of nuts, seeds, and delicious golden nutty clusters! Watch the video!

Ingredients

Units Scale

2 cups organic rolled oats- quick or thick, or gluten-free
1 1/2 cups raw nuts (almonds, pecans, cashews, walnuts, hazelnuts, pistachios)
1 cup pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds (a combo of both is nice)
1 cup flaked coconut (optional) -unsweetened, big flakes! not grated
1/4- 1/2 cup mix of seeds- chia seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds, sesame seeds and poppy seeds (all optional)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cardamom or nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup coconut oil - melted or sub olive oil
1/3 cup maple syrup (or honey, not vegan)
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon orange zest- optional

Optional, add after baking: 1 cup dried fruit cherries, craisins, figs, chopped mango, currants, chopped apricots, or raisins.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325F
Combine dry ingredients in a big bowl (all except dried fruit). Pour in melted coconut oil, maple syrup , and vanilla. Add optional orange zest.
If the mixture seems dry add just enough oil and maple ( in equal portions) to lightly coat all ingredients well. A slightly wet mixture will create the clumping effect.
Spread out on one or two large-rimmed, parchment-lined baking sheets.
Place on the middle rack, in the oven and bake 10 minutes. Stir the granola, then flatten out gently with the back of a spatula, (flattening will help it clump) and rotate the pan. Bake 10-15 more minutes or until just golden and fragrant.
Let this cool down completely on the counter before breaking it apart, to ensure good “clusters”. ( I often make this at night before bed, letting it cool overnight).
After it has completely cooled, break the granola apart, and add optional dried fruit.

Notes

Storage: Store in an airtight container or jar on the counter or pantry. This granola will keep up to 6 weeks.

Ovens: All ovens are different. Just be sure to check the granola and stir it after 10-12 minutes, then press it down to create clumps. Baking on upper oven rack may scorch it, the middle rack is best!

Tip: If you want the dried fruit to clump too, then add when you stir the granola, at the halfway point. Adding it earlier will dry it out too much.

Nutrition

Serving Size: ½ cup
Calories: 324
Sugar: 14.2 g
Sodium: 101.5 mg
Fat: 19 g
Saturated Fat: 3.6 g
Carbohydrates: 32.8 g
Fiber: 5.6 g
Protein: 7.5 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg