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Homemade Maple Cinnamon Granola Recipe

Homemade Maple Cinnamon Granola Recipe

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This Homemade Maple Cinnamon Granola is a healthy, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan snack packed with oats, nuts, seeds, and the sweet, warm flavors of maple syrup and cinnamon. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or as a topping for yogurt or smoothie bowls. Simple to make and full of flavor!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings

Ingredients

Oats:

  • 3 cups gluten-free oats (certified gluten-free if needed)

Nuts and Seeds:

  • ¾ cup mixed nuts and/or seeds (walnuts, pecans, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, etc.)

Wet Ingredients:

  • ½ cup pure maple syrup
  • ⅓ cup melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp salt

Spices and Add-Ins:

  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds or flax seeds (optional)

Optional Add-Ins:

  • Dried cranberries or cherries
  • Dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven & Prepare the Baking Sheet: Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the Dry Ingredients: Mix oats, nuts, seeds, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  3. Prepare the Wet Ingredients: Melt coconut oil, then add maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour wet mixture over dry ingredients, stir well.
  5. Spread the Granola: Spread mixture on baking sheet, press lightly.
  6. Bake the Granola: Bake for 30 minutes, stirring halfway until golden brown.
  7. Cool & Add Optional Ingredients: Let granola cool, then add optional ingredients.
  8. Store & Enjoy: Store in an airtight container up to 2 weeks.

Notes

  • If you prefer a different sweetener, you can use honey or agave nectar.
  • Coconut oil can be substituted with olive or avocado oil.
  • Pressing the granola mixture more firmly before baking can create chunkier granola.
  • Get creative with add-ins like dried fruit or chocolate chips after baking.
  • Store granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or in the fridge for up to a month.
  • This recipe can be doubled or tripled for larger batches.
  • If needed, make nut-free by using extra seeds or gluten-free by using a flour blend or rolled oats.
  • Author: Martha
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: Approximately 220
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg