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Healthy Grain-Free Granola (No Oats, Naturally Sweetened) First Image

Crunchy Seed and Nut Granola


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A delicious and healthy granola made with walnuts, almonds, and a variety of seeds.


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup raw walnuts (roughly chopped)
  • 1/2 cup raw almonds (roughly chopped)
  • 1 1/2 cups raw pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 cup flaxseeds
  • 1/2 cup chia seeds (or basil seeds)
  • 1/2 cup sesame seeds (black or white)
  • 1 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup date syrup (or maple syrup)
  • 2 tablespoons tahini (or creamy nut or seed butter)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to about 195°F (90°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment.
  2. In a large bowl, combine walnuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds, flaxseeds, chia seeds, sesame seeds, and cinnamon.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine date syrup and tahini. Heat on medium power for 20–30 seconds until just loosened. Stir smooth, then mix in vanilla.
  4. Pour binder over dry mix. Stir until evenly coated and small clumps form.
  5. Spread the mixture in a thin, even layer on the baking tray. Bake for about 60 minutes, or until mostly dry to the touch.
  6. Remove the sheet of granola from the warm parchment paper and set aside to cool. Let it cool completely before breaking it into small clusters.
  7. Enjoy like cereal with non-dairy milk, layer it with yogurt, or pair it with oatmeal or another moist food.

Notes

  • Store granola in an airtight container for freshness.
  • This recipe can be customized with different nuts and seeds as preferred.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg