Sugar-Free Homemade Crunchy Granola
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of this **Sugar-Free Homemade Crunchy Granola**, a delightful blend of nutrient-packed ingredients crafted for a guilt-free start to your day. Packed with **rolled oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds**, and **unsweetened shredded coconut**, this granola is naturally sweetened with mashed banana and unsweetened applesauce—completely free of refined sugars! Infused with warm spices like **cinnamon and nutmeg**, and baked to a perfect crisp, this recipe delivers the ultimate crunchy texture in every bite. Made with **coconut oil** for a hint of richness, it’s vegan-friendly, gluten-free (if using certified oats), and versatile enough to pair with your favorite dairy-free milk, yogurt, or simply enjoy as a satisfying snack. Ready in just 35 minutes and easily stored for meal prep, this granola is perfect for busy mornings or midday munchies. Whether you're searching for a healthy breakfast or a snack that satisfies, this sugar-free granola will not disappoint!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raw almonds, chopped
- 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large banana, ripe and mashed
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped almonds, pumpkin seeds, shredded coconut, chia seeds, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, mashed banana, and unsweetened applesauce until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until the mixture is evenly coated.
Spread the granola mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking, until the granola is golden brown and crunchy.
Remove from oven and let the granola cool completely on the baking sheet. As it cools, it will become crispier.
Once cooled, break any large clusters into smaller bits and transfer the granola to an airtight container for storage.
Serve the granola with your favorite dairy-free milk, yogurt, or enjoy it as a dry snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 246.9 g | 317% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.4 g | 577% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1244 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 280.1 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 70.5 g | 252% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.7 g | ||
| Protein | 92.6 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 674 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 28.8 mg | 160% | |
| Potassium | 3704 mg | 79% | |
*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.
