Low Fat Granola
Start your day on a wholesome note with this delicious and easy-to-make Low Fat Granola, a perfect balance of crunchy textures and natural sweetness. This healthy granola recipe swaps traditional oils for unsweetened applesauce, keeping it low in fat while still delivering a satisfying crisp. Sweetened with a touch of honey and spiced with warm cinnamon and vanilla, it’s layered with flavors that will brighten any morning. Packed with nutrient-rich rolled oats, almonds, pecans, and optional dried fruits, this granola makes for a versatile breakfast or snack. Enjoy it sprinkled over yogurt, paired with milk, or simply by the handful for a guilt-free treat. Ready in under an hour and great for meal prep, this homemade granola is sure to become a pantry staple!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup chopped almonds
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans
- 0.5 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground cinnamon, salt, chopped almonds, and chopped pecans. Stir to mix evenly.
In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the unsweetened applesauce and honey until they are slightly runny. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the applesauce and honey mixture over the oat and nut mixture. Stir thoroughly with a wooden spoon or spatula until all the dry ingredients are lightly coated.
Spread the granola mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet in a thin, uniform layer.
Bake for 20 minutes, then remove the tray from the oven and gently stir the granola to ensure even browning. Spread it out evenly again before returning to the oven.
Bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the granola is golden brown and fragrant. Keep an eye on it during the last few minutes to prevent burning.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the granola to cool completely on the tray. As it cools, it will crisp up nicely.
Once the granola has cooled, add raisins or dried cranberries if desired. Stir gently to combine.
Transfer the granola to an airtight container for storage. It will stay fresh for up to two weeks at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2469 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.9 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 609 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 320.5 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.1 g | 175% | |
| Total Sugars | 125.1 g | ||
| Protein | 72.9 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 486 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 2877 mg | 61% | |
*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.
