Nut-Free Simple Granola

This is a supremely simple granola consisting of lightly sweetened oats with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon. Naturally nut-free and perfect over smoothies or yogurt. Check out the Paleo dropdown recipe for a grain-free alternative.

How To MakeDiet Type: Plant-based

Freeze For 4-6 months

Best by 2 weeks

Shopping List

2 cups rolled oats (not quick cooking oats)
1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries (optional)
3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons melted coconut oil, plant-based butter, or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon coconut sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Stir. Do not add the optional freeze-dried strawberries yet.
Step 3: Heat the oil and syrup together in a microwave or small saucepan until easily mixable (this should only take about 15 seconds in a microwave). Pour the warm oil blend into the oats and stir until everything is lightly coated. Transfer the granola to the lined pan and spread the granola evenly so that it is not overcrowded.
Step 4: Bake the granola for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through baking time. Once cooked, transfer the baking sheet to a cooling rack and sprinkle the optional dried strawberries over the granola. Let the granola cool completely for at least 30 minutes before handling.
Serve: Store the granola on the counter or in the freezer. Enjoy over Açai Bowls, yogurt, almond milk, or as a snack on its own.

Recipe Notes

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Nutrition

Serves 8
Calories Per Serving: 159			DAILY VALUE %
Total Fat 7g	10%	Protein 3g	6%
Total Carbohydrate 23g	8%	Net Carbohydrate 20g
Fiber 3g	10%	Potassium 127mg	4%
Calcium	10%	Iron	5%

Nutritional information is for 1 serving, using coconut oil and no strawberries.

Nutritional Data Disclaimer

The website is written and produced for informational purposes only. The nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the FDA. The data is calculated through a third party online nutritional calculator, and is not guaranteed to be accurate. Although Bravabod does its best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. Varying factors such as brands purchased and fluctuations in fresh produce alters the nutritional information in any given meal. For the most accurate nutritional information in a given meal, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator or with the assistance of a licensed medical professional.

This is a supremely simple granola consisting of lightly sweetened coconut and seeds with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon. Naturally nut-free and perfect over smoothies or yogurt.

How To MakeDiet Type: Paleo

Freeze For 4-6 months

Best by 2 weeks

Shopping List

1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut (large flakes)
1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries (optional)
3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons melted coconut oil, grass-fed butter, or avocado oil
1 tablespoon coconut sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the coconut, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Stir. Do not add the optional freeze-dried strawberries yet.
Step 3: Heat the oil and syrup together in a microwave or small saucepan until easily mixable (this should only take about 15 seconds in a microwave). Pour the warm oil blend into the coconut blend and stir until everything is lightly coated. Transfer the granola to the lined pan and spread the granola evenly so that it is not overcrowded.
Step 4: Bake the granola for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through baking time. Once cooked, transfer the baking sheet to a cooling rack and sprinkle the optional dried strawberries over the granola. Let the granola cool completely for at least 30 minutes before handling.
Serve: Store the granola on the counter or in the freezer. Enjoy over Açai Bowls, yogurt, almond milk, or as a snack on its own.

Nutrition

Serves 8
Calories Per Serving: 232			DAILY VALUE %
Total Fat 19g	30%	Protein 5g	9%
Total Carbohydrate 12g	4%	Net Carbohydrate 9g
Fiber 3g	11%	Potassium 325mg	9%
Calcium	11%	Iron	8%

Nutritional information is for 1 serving using coconut oil and no strawberries.

Nutritional Data Disclaimer

The website is written and produced for informational purposes only. The nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the FDA. The data is calculated through a third party online nutritional calculator, and is not guaranteed to be accurate. Although Bravabod does its best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. Varying factors such as brands purchased and fluctuations in fresh produce alters the nutritional information in any given meal. For the most accurate nutritional information in a given meal, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator or with the assistance of a licensed medical professional.

This is a supremely simple granola consisting of lightly sweetened coconut and seeds with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon. Naturally nut-free and perfect over smoothies or yogurt.

How To MakeDiet Type: Low-carb

Freeze For 4-6 months

Best by 2 weeks

Shopping List

1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut (large flakes)
1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries (optional)
3 tablespoons yacon syrup or low-carb maple syrup
3 tablespoons melted coconut oil, grass-fed butter, or avocado oil
1 tablespoon low-carb granulated sweetener (1:1 sugar substitute)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the coconut, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Stir. Do not add the optional freeze-dried strawberries yet.
Step 3: Heat the oil and syrup together in a microwave or small saucepan until easily mixable (this should only take about 15 seconds in a microwave). Pour the warm oil blend into the coconut blend and stir until everything is lightly coated. Transfer the granola to the lined pan and spread the granola evenly so that it is not overcrowded.
Step 4: Bake the granola for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through baking time. Once cooked, transfer the baking sheet to a cooling rack and sprinkle the optional dried strawberries over the granola. Let the granola cool completely for at least 30 minutes before handling.
Serve: Store the granola on the counter or in the freezer. Enjoy over Blueberry Avocado Smoothie, yogurt, almond milk, or as a snack on its own.

Nutrition

Serves 8
Calories Per Serving: 222			DAILY VALUE %
Total Fat 19g	30%	Protein 5g	9%
Total Carbohydrate 9g	3%	Net Carbohydrate 6g
Fiber 3g	11%	Potassium 284mg	8%
Calcium	3%	Iron	8%

Nutritional information is for 1 serving. Calculated using coconut oil, yacon syrup, and no strawberries.

Nutritional Data Disclaimer

The website is written and produced for informational purposes only. The nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the FDA. The data is calculated through a third party online nutritional calculator, and is not guaranteed to be accurate. Although Bravabod does its best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. Varying factors such as brands purchased and fluctuations in fresh produce alters the nutritional information in any given meal. For the most accurate nutritional information in a given meal, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator or with the assistance of a licensed medical professional.

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