This is the best grain free granola recipe! Made with no sugar, this healthy homemade granola is gluten-free, super crunchy and slightly sweet. This granola recipe is also paleo, nut free, and vegan and is surprisingly easy to make.
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Why you will love this granola:
- The flavour! Even though this granola has no added sugar it still tastes amazing and has the best crunchy texture!
- It is simple and easy to make.
- This granola recipe is gluten-free, grain free, nut free, dairy free, paleo, vegan and oat free! It is naturally sweetened with dates, banana, and raisins so it's low in sugar, high in fiber, and high in protein compared to other granola recipes.
- Making your own granola is cheaper than buying store bought granola so it's a great way to save money on groceries.
If you love granola you will also love granola butter!
Ingredients:
For the exact measurements refer to the recipe card later in this post.
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- Seeds: sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds give this granola the perfect crunch. Be sure to use raw pumpkin seeds and raw sunflower seeds rather than roasted seeds.
- Shredded coconut and coconut flakes: these help give the granola the perfect texture, and add a bit of natural sweetness.
- Fruit: raisins, dates, and banana are what gives this granola its sweetness, while keeping it sugar free.
- Coconut oil: when you roast the granola this helps give it that perfect crunchy texture. I don't recommend trying to swap the coconut oil for another oil as the texture of the granola won't turn out as crunchy.
- Spices: ground cinnamon and sea salt give this granola the most amazing flavour.
Recipe variations and add ins:
- Feel free to add other dried fruit such as dried apricots, dried cranberries or figs to give this grain free granola a different flavour and even more sweetness.
- Instead of the seeds you could use chopped nuts such as almonds, pecans, walnuts or cashews.
- Add a bit of nutmeg to give this granola a different flavour or use apple pie spice or pumpkin pie spice.
How to make grain free granola:
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Now add all the dry ingredients to a large bowl and stir to combine them.
- Step 2: Add the dates, banana, coconut oil and vanilla extract to your food processor.
- Step 3: Blend the ingredients well until you have a smooth texture (if there are a few chunks remaining that is fine).
- Step 4: Transfer the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir them well to combine.
- Step 5: Transfer the granola mixture to the baking sheet and spread it out evenly. Then bake the granola for 40-45 minutes, until it's crunchy and golden brown.
- Step 6: Let the granola cool completely before breaking it into pieces. Then enjoy!
Top Tips:
- If you don't bake the granola for long enough it won't be crispy so don't take it out of the oven too soon.
- Don't over-bake this grain free granola. You don't want the granola to burn so watch it closely near the end.
- Serving ideas: you can eat this granola plain as a crunchy snack or you can use it to top yogurt or add milk to it to turn it into cereal. You can also layer it with whipped cream, coconut whipped cream or yogurt and fruit to make granola parfaits.
- Storage: store this granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 30 days. This granola also freezes really well for up to 3 months in a freezer safe bag or container.
Grain free granola FAQs:
Is this granola recipe Whole30 compliant?
Technically no. While all the ingredients on their own are Whole30 compliant, the Whole30 program recommends that you avoid eating foods like baked goods and granola while on the program. However, my own rule of thumb is to always listen to your body and do what's best for you!
Is this granola recipe keto?
No, while this granola is lower in carbs compared to many other granola recipes, it is still not a low carb recipe which means it would be difficult to eat this if you are on a keto diet or low carb diet.
Is this granola recipe vegan?
Yes!
Is gluten free granola the same as grain free granola?
Not always. All grain free granola recipes would be gluten free but most gluten free granola recipes will still contain grains in the form of gluten free oats or quinoa flakes.
Other grain free snacks you will love:
Recipe
Grain Free Granola
This healthy grain free granola is so good! It has the best crunchy texture and slightly sweet flavour.
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Servings: 32
Calories: 142kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups raw sunflower seeds
- 1 1/2 cups raw pumpkin seeds
- 1 cup finely shredded coconut
- 1 cup coconut flakes
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 tablespoon organic ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 20 dates, soaked in warm water for 15 minutes
- 2 ripe bananas
- 5 tablespoon melted coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl combine the dry ingredients and mix well with a spoon.
- Add the banana, dates, coconut oil and vanilla extract to your food processor.
- Blend until you have a smooth mixture (if there are some chunks remaining that is alright).
- Transfer the ingredients from the food processor to the bowl and mix well with a spoon.
- Transfer the granola mixture to the baking sheet and spread well with a spoon.
- Place the cookie sheet in the oven and bake for approximately 40-45 minutes, until it's golden brown and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let the granola cool completely.
- Break the granola into pieces and enjoy!
Notes
- If you don't like raisins feel free to use other dried fruit.
- Nutritional values are an estimate and will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. The calculations are based on a serving size of 3 tbsp.
- Store this granola in an airtight container for up to 30 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 189mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
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MJS
Do you have a substitute for banana?
Erin Carter
I haven't tried it with any substitutes. Apple sauce might work but I can't guarantee anything since I haven't tried it.
Kaz
Hi Dr Erin,
Thanks so much for this… I’m making it today! Is the 215° In Celsius or Fahrenheit?
You’re an angel in disguise!
Kaz❣️
Erin Carter
Hey Kaz!
I'm not sure where you saw the 215? It's 325F that it's cooked at. I hope you love it!
Dianne
It looks delicious. Always looking for something nutritious. I don't buy coconut butter, and don't really want to buy it for this recipe. Any suggestions?
Erin Carter
Coconut manna and coconut cream concentrate are also the same things so you could use those. But beyond that I don't think there would be anything equivalent...
Erin Carter
Hey Heidi! That's too bad you don't like coconut! I love that stuff. I haven't tried leaving the coconut out but if you do I would try substituting either more seeds or some nuts to try to get the same amount of solid ingredients. Let me know how it goes it you try it!
Heidi
This looks worth a try as I really miss traditional granola. But I really hate the texture of coconut. The flavor is fine, I just don't like to know I'm eating it. Can I just leave the coconut out, or Would you recommend substituting something else in its place?