Low Carb Homemade Granola with Dried Fruits
Elevate your breakfast game with this irresistible recipe for Low Carb Homemade Granola with Dried Fruits—a wholesome, crunchy treat that's packed with nutrient-rich nuts, seeds, and delicate hints of cinnamon. Designed for health-conscious eaters, this recipe swaps traditional sweeteners for sugar-free maple syrup and uses dried unsweetened cranberries and blueberries for a natural burst of flavor. Toasted to golden perfection in the oven, the combination of almonds, walnuts, pecans, and shredded coconut creates a satisfying texture with subtle tropical undertones. Easy to prepare in just under 35 minutes, this versatile granola is perfect for meal prep and can be enjoyed with yogurt, milk, or as a snack right out of the jar. It's gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and ideal for anyone following a low-carb lifestyle—making it a must-try addition to your kitchen repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup almonds
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1 cup pecans
- 0.5 cup pumpkin seeds
- 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup coconut oil
- 0.25 cup sugar-free maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup dried unsweetened cranberries
- 0.5 cup dried unsweetened blueberries
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the almonds, walnuts, pecans, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, shredded coconut, chia seeds, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil. Add the sugar-free maple syrup and vanilla extract. Stir the mixture until everything is well combined and warmed.
Pour the liquid mixture over the dry ingredients in the large mixing bowl. Stir until all the dry ingredients are thoroughly coated with the wet mixture.
Spread the granola mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, pressing it down with the back of a spatula to form a compact layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time to ensure even baking. Keep an eye on the granola in the last few minutes to prevent it from burning.
Once the granola is golden brown, remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack. As it cools, the granola will become crisp.
Once completely cool, stir in the dried cranberries and blueberries. Transfer the granola to an airtight container for storage.
Enjoy your homemade low-carb granola with yogurt, milk, or as a snack on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4586 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 382.7 g | 491% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.1 g | 496% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 122.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 754 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 244.7 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 79.6 g | 284% | |
| Total Sugars | 134.6 g | ||
| Protein | 99.6 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 856 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 24.8 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 2702 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
