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    Published: Nov 10, 2020 · Modified: Dec 14, 2022 · This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links.

    Tasty Granola Recipe - 25 Minutes

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    Making your own granola is so much easier than you might think! This easy Tasty granola recipe takes just 25 minutes to make. Plus, you can customize the ingredients of this homemade protein granola to your liking. So give this easy granola recipe a try today!

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    One thing that makes me happy is the aroma of fresh homemade granola in the making.

    Whether you're a busy mom trying to feed your family a healthy breakfast on the go, or you're just looking for a new and delicious recipe to add to your rotation, this easy granola recipe is for you! It's packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats and tastes amazing.

    This great recipe is easy to make and lasts for several days, ensuring you have a healthy and delicious breakfast in a fast and consistent way every weekday.

    Homemade Granola is always better, and it makes a wonderful meal, or you can have smaller portions as a snack; although since we love granola in every form, we usually make granola bars every other week.

    We make vegan granola bars with peanut butter, another version with hazelnut butter, or the oats-free Fig bars, also on this site.

    You can make your own delicious and easy homemade granola. It is effortless, so there’s no reason to consume store-bought granola.

    🧾 Ingredients

    To make this protein granola recipe, you need a base of ingredients that you can later customize depending on what you have in your pantry.

    I am giving you a full-nut granola recipe with variation options.

    • Rolled oats or spelt
    • Nuts (any mix of almonds, walnuts, and pecans)
    • Seeds (flaxseeds, sunflower seeds, chia, and/or poppy seeds)
    • Spices (turmeric, cinnamon, nutmeg)
    • Dried fruit such as raisins and/or cranberries
    • Vanilla extract
    • Agave or maple syrup
    • Hulled hemp seeds

    Optional: shredded coconut. Instead of all the spices, you can opt for using a Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix, and you will get similar results. Check our 4-ingredient, 5-minute I recipe to stock on your multi-purpose Pumpkin Spice Mix.

    I used to make this granola recipe with melted coconut oil for years. After finishing a program of WFPB nutrition (Whole Foods Plant-Based), where the use of aggregated oils is discouraged due to their high caloric density, I decided to try this recipe, without oil.

    To my surprise, I didn't notice any big difference, although the melted coconut oil can make your granola slightly crunchier.

    I also noted that the powdered spices stick better to the oats and nuts. Since I always pour the granola directly out of a mason jar, any loose powder ends up in my bowl anyway, so I didn't see a problem with that.

    If you want your Homemade Granola recipe to be extra crunchy, add one tablespoon of coconut oil to your ingredients list.

    🔪 Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Prepare a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Mix the rolled oats, seeds, sweeteners, and spices in a large bowl. Do not add the dried fruit (or chocolate chips if used). If you are using melted coconut oil for extra crunchiness, add oil and maple syrup at this point.
    • Lay the oats mixture on a prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes. I like using my oven's fan function to ensure the heat is even inside. bake until the granola is lightly toasted.
    uncooked granola in baking dish
    • Cool down. Let the granola cool down completely and top with the dried fruit (and vegan chocolate chips if used). I also like adding the coconut flakes when I use them after baking the granola batch.
    • Stir and Store. Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature.
    jarred homemade protein granola

    Hint: if you bake the dried fruit it will become hard. That's why it is only added after the baked granola has cooled down.

    📖 Variations and substitutions

    Making this healthy granola recipe is fun because you are in charge of making a whole new flavored batch every time. More variety, more nutrition!

    Oats and cereals

    You can use any type of oats for granola, but I recommend using old-fashioned oats, also known as whole rolled oats or oat flakes, as they make faster than steel-cut oats.

    On the other hand, instant oats would bake faster than the suggested time, so keep a close eye.

    The reason I recommend rolled flakes is because the texture is more similar to the classic store-bought granola we all know.

    Remember to buy certified Gluten-Free oats. If you want to make a Gluten-Free Granola, all other ingredients suggested in the granola recipe are naturally gluten-free.

    Other cereals

    • Spelt - when we use this ancient European cereal grain, we change half of the oats for spelt.
    • Farro - since we arrive in Italy we started using farro very interchangeably with rolled oats. Farro flakes look very similar to oat flakes and are slightly different in flavor, nutritional value, and color.
    • Wheat germ - is another great addition to your diet since wheat germs are high in Vitamin E and antioxidants.

    Dried fruit

    This granola recipe calls for raisins and dried cranberries, but feel free to make a mix of different dried fruits you may already have in your pantry.

    We have tried chopped dried apricots, golden raisins, dried sour cherries, tart cherries, goji berries, and dried blueberries.

    You can even use dried banana flakes and coconut flakes.

    Nuts

    Use your favorite nuts; I always pick a bunch of all the different nuts available in the pantry. I like including variety, as more nut kinds mean more different nutrients. Just make sure the total amount of mixed nuts is the ones suggested to keep your healthy granola balanced.

    If you are using slivered almonds or layered almonds, add them halfway through the baking process. Otherwise, they might over toast.

    Seeds

    Similar to nuts I suggest you go crazy and add a little bit of everything to increase the load of minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants in your granola. Also, seeds add extra protein and Omega-3 to your bowl.

    My seeds of choice are sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, sunflower seeds, and ground flax seeds.

    Spices

    I love having cinnamon in my granola, so that's not negotiable, but in addition to it we like adding turmeric and freshly ground black pepper since this combo has great health benefits.

    We like adding spices like ground cloves, nutmeg, and ground ginger, but we always keep a batch of our homemade pumpkin pie spice mix, which has a little bit of each of these spices; I use it regularly to open two or three fewer spice containers.

    Add s dash of fine sea salt.

    If you are like us and love everything pumpkin, we suggest you give a check to our pumpkin and maple granola recipe.

    Aromas

    I love adding vanilla extract to my granola, but I also love using other aromas like orange extract, almond extract, and orange blossom water.

    You can also simply use the zest of an orange or lemon and mix it with the oats before baking it.

    Maple syrup and sweeteners

    We usually go for maple syrup, but we also use agave nectar or even brown sugar when we don't have any of those.

    Extras

    I am not a fan of adding chocolate chips since that increases the calorie count, but if you go for it, we suggest you use dark chocolate chips.

    Similarly, to drive fruit, add chocolate chips only when the oats mixture has cooled down, to prevent the chocolate chips from melting.

    If you decide to make your granola extra crunchy using oil, my two oils of choice are coconut oil and extra virgin olive oil.

    ✅ Benefits of granola

    This Healthy Homemade Granola recipe is packed with the nutrients you need to start your day in a great way. You have Oats, Nuts, and Spices.

    Whole oats are very filling and may help you lose weight may help relieve constipation. Also, they are rich in antioxidants.

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    Nuts - a diet that includes one ounce of nuts daily can reduce your risk of heart disease. Nuts have also been shown to improve cholesterol profiles, prevent arrhythmias, and Contribute to satiety because they are rich in fat, fiber, and protein, all of which are more likely than foods high in carbohydrates to make you feel full.

    Spices - I use a minimum of three spices in my homemade oat granola; why?

    Feel free to play with what you have available in your kitchen; add as many “sweet” spices as possible. Remember that spices are non-caloric and contribute amazingly to a healthy body and keep a great immune system.

    • Cinnamon to Lower Blood Sugar.
    • Turmeric to Fight Inflammation.
    • Ginger to Relieve Nausea.

    💡 7 Tips for making it budget friendly

    Some people have asked me how to make their baked granola budget-friendly, as in some places, nuts have crazy prices, so I am giving you my budget hacks. I always do this exercise when moving to a new/expensive city, like we recently did to Milano.

    1. Bulk

    Try to find places where you can buy in bulk quantities. They are usually cheaper—stock on Rolled Oats and Nuts.

    2. Seeds

    This is nut-based granola, but you can also replace a fraction of the nuts called out in the recipe for the same amount on seeds; they are cheaper.

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    Homemade protein granola bowl with fresh fruit

    3. Budget Supermarkets

    I have found that cheap retailers and supermarkets may not have fancy stuff but sometimes have very competitive prices on nuts, dry fruits, and seeds. You may not find organic stuff, but the good thing about nuts is that you can ensure they are raw and without additives.

    4. Use half

    Oats or Farro provide even better benefits when activated (soaking them overnight). In addition, they are the cheapest components of your quick granola recipe.

    homemade granola bowl with strawberries and bananas

    Our morning breakfast usually consists of one of these options: One cup of Granola, Porridge, Oats, and Chia Pudding + 1 Fruit.

    Instead of using 1 cup of granola, let soak ½ cup of Raw Oats, either:

    • Overnight at room temperature or fridge.
    • In the morning, 15 minutes before eating with warm water.

    Add the soaked oats to ½ cup of your Granola. Now, your granola will last twice.

    5. Your own plant-milk

    If you leave your Oats or Farro soaking overnight with 3 times the water (i.e., ½ cup Oats + 1 ½ cups water). You will have Oats Milk in addition to the soaked oats volume, so you don’t need to add milk to your quick granola bowl. If you rather have Soy Milk or Almond Milk, check them out. They are super easy to make.

    6. Fresh fruit or applesauce

    Top your basic granola recipe bowl with cheap fruit like banana or apples, and cut into rough pieces. You can also add a spoonful of chunky unsweetened applesauce. You are not only increasing the volume of your granola but its flavor and nutritional value.

    7. Flavor

    Instead of using essences, grind the zest of an orange, lemon, or citrus fruit you have handy.

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    If you try this protein granola recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don't forget to tag a photo #ourplantbasedworld on Instagram. Cheers!

    📋 Recipe

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    Tasty Granola Recipe (high in protein)

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    One of the things that make me happy is the aroma of fresh homemade granola in the making. This homemade protein granola is super healthy and is the perfect breakfast for a long day.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Resting time 5 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Breakfast & Brunch
    Cuisine American, Healthy
    Servings 16 Servings
    Calories 324 kcal

    Equipment

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    Ingredients
     
     

    • 4 ½ cups oats old-fashioned gluten-free rolled oats or Farro
    • 1 ½ cup raisins I use a combination of cranberries, goji, dark and white raisins.
    • 1 ¼ cup nuts I use a combination of almonds, pecan, and walnuts
    • ½ cup mixed seeds help to make your granola cheaper, use a variety of poppy, pumpkin, sesame, chia, sunflower, and linen seeds
    • 3 tablespoons vanilla extract
    • 1 ½ teaspoon cinnamon ground
    • ½ teaspoon nutmeg powder ground
    • ½ cup agave syrup maple syrup, or organic coconut palm sugar
    • ¾ cup hemp seeds hulled

    Optional:

    • 1 teaspoon turmeric ground
    • 1 ½ ounces coconut flakes
    • ½ teaspoon ginger ground
    • ½ teaspoon anise seeds
    • 1 teaspoon orange essence or lemon essence or zest of 1 orange or lemon
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper to activate turmeric’s properties
    • ½ teaspoon cardamom ground
    • 1 teaspoon almond extract
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    Directions
     

    • Preheat oven to 300ºF (150ºC).
    • Mix. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, nuts and seeds, vanilla, essences, sweetener of choice, and cinnamon, and mix well. If using oil, add it at this moment. Do not stir in the dried fruit and hemp seeds.
    • Place the granola onto a lined baking sheet with parchment paper and spread it in an even layer.
    • Bake until lightly golden, about 15-20 mins, stirring halfway. Taste for crunchiness.
    • Cool down. Let the granola cool down completely and top with the dried fruit and hulled hemp seeds (about 5-10 minutes). If using chocolate chips or anything that might melt, add them after the oats mixture has cooled down.
    • Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature.

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    Notes

    Serve with your preferred vegetable milk and chopped fresh fruit; I usually go for a combination of berries, banana, apple, and pear.
    Try making your own plant milk in minutes:
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    • Homemade Soy Milk
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    Nutrition Facts

    Calories: 324kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 10gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 330mgFiber: 7gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 51IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 4mg
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    Nutrition Facts
    Tasty Granola Recipe (high in protein)
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    324
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    16
    g
    25
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    3
    g
    19
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    7
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    5
    g
    Sodium
     
    10
    mg
    0
    %
    Potassium
     
    330
    mg
    9
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    38
    g
    13
    %
    Fiber
     
    7
    g
    29
    %
    Sugar
     
    6
    g
    7
    %
    Protein
     
    10
    g
    20
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    51
    IU
    1
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    2
    mg
    2
    %
    Calcium
     
    54
    mg
    5
    %
    Iron
     
    4
    mg
    22
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
     
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    1. Sarai says

      February 28, 2021 at 6:43 pm

      With this recipe, so easy and so delishhh , Im not buying granola ever again!

      Reply
      • Gus says

        February 28, 2021 at 9:41 pm

        yass! Bought granola is overrated!

        Reply
    2. Taly says

      August 15, 2021 at 9:29 pm

      Nunca había comido granola hasta que probé esta receta!
      Ya la he hecho varias veces y cada vez me gusta más...

      Reply
      • Gus says

        August 16, 2021 at 10:58 am

        Qué bueno Taly! Es cierto que una vez haces tu propia granola no hay vuelta atrás!

        Reply
    3. Alison says

      August 25, 2021 at 10:04 pm

      5 stars
      This is delicious! I love the addition of the turmeric powder! I added coconut flakes and chopped nuts! A new favorite recipe!

      Reply
      • Gus says

        August 28, 2021 at 9:43 am

        coconut flakes are great for granola! I love that crunch too!

        Reply
    4. Jessica Formicola says

      August 25, 2021 at 11:25 pm

      5 stars
      I just love granola! This looks like the perfect way to start the day!

      Reply
    5. Teodora Grujic says

      August 25, 2021 at 11:47 pm

      5 stars
      So easy to make! Can't wait to make this for my kids! Thank you!

      Reply
    6. Cathleen says

      August 26, 2021 at 12:10 am

      5 stars
      Homemade granola is one of my favourite things to make!! Your version looks so good, bookmarked to make this weekend 🙂

      Reply
    7. maryanne says

      August 26, 2021 at 12:14 am

      5 stars
      I made a batch of this yesterday and added coconut flakes. My entire family loved it! We ate it with yogurt and it was the perfect breakfast.

      Reply
      • Gus says

        August 26, 2021 at 9:46 am

        I am glad you enjoyed it! Flaked coconuts are such a treat on this granola!

        Reply
    8. Mairead says

      January 15, 2022 at 6:44 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe and all the options for additions and substitutions. It's a new favorite breakfast recipe for me.

      Reply
    9. Kristen says

      January 15, 2022 at 7:07 pm

      5 stars
      This turned out perfectly and will definitely be on regular rotation! Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
    10. Shadi Hasanzadenemati says

      January 15, 2022 at 7:12 pm

      5 stars
      Love all the ingredients, can’t wait to try this! It looks so delicious and easy!

      Reply
    11. Caroline says

      January 15, 2022 at 7:19 pm

      5 stars
      Homemade granola is the best! Love all the additions you have in this version.

      Reply
    12. Kristen says

      January 15, 2022 at 7:22 pm

      This recipe was fantastic! I make granola all the time but the addition of turmeric and ginger really stepped it up. Great idea!

      Reply

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