IS THIS SUGAR FREE GRANOLA HEALTHY?

Yes! This granola is a healthy, low-sugar alternative to store-bought versions, packed with healthy fats, protein, and fiber , while naturally sweetened with dried fruit.

WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GRANOLA AND MUSLIE?

Granola is baked and crunchy , often with added sweeteners and oils, while muesli is raw and typically unsweetened, soaked in milk or yogurt before eating.

HOW DO I MAKE GLUTEN-FREE GRANOLA?

To ensure your granola is 100% gluten-free , use certified gluten-free oats and double-check that all mix-ins, including nuts, seeds, and dried fruit, are free from cross-contamination.

Sugar Free Granola Recipe (No Added Sugar)

Name: Sugar Free Granola Recipe (No Added Sugar)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats; 1 cup raw nuts such as pecan, walnuts, or macadamia nuts.; 1/2 cup seeds such as pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, flax, or hemp.; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ cup melted coconut oil (or olive oil); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup coconut flakes (optional); 1 cup chopped dried fruit such as raisins, dried cranberries, dates, or apricots.

Description

This easy sugar free granola recipe is crunchy, naturally sweetened with dried fruit and made with no added sugar. Packed with oats, nuts and seeds, it's an easy homemade breakfast that's completely customizable.

Ingredients

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4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

1 cup raw nuts such as pecan, walnuts, or macadamia nuts.

1/2 cup seeds such as pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, flax, or hemp.

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 cup melted coconut oil (or olive oil)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup coconut flakes (optional)

1 cup chopped dried fruit such as raisins, dried cranberries, dates, or apricots.

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a large bowl, mix oats, nuts, seeds, salt, and cinnamon.

Stir in melted coconut oil and vanilla extract, making sure everything is well coated.

Spread the mixture evenly on a lined baking sheet.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, add coconut flakes and bake until golden brown.

Remove from oven and stir in dried fruit while the granola is still warm.

Let cool completely.

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Notes

Want extra crunch? Let the granola cool completely before storing it.

Like it chunkier? Don’t stir too much while baking.

Need a little sweetness? Use naturally sweet dried fruit like raisins or dates.

Make it even healthier! Add flax seeds or hemp seeds for an omega-3 boost.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Calories: 250
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 75 mg
Fat: 17 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 23 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg