Description
A quick and easy gluten-free granola packed with oats and a mix of seeds, lightly sweetened with maple syrup, delivering a crunchy and nourishing snack or breakfast topping.
Ingredients
- 3 cups (270g) gluten-free rolled oats
- 1 cup (about 140g) mixed seeds (pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, chia seeds)
- ⅓ cup (80ml) pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup (60ml) melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Optional add-ins:
- ½ cup (70g) dried fruit (raisins, dried cherries, chopped apricots) – add after baking
- ½ cup (60g) chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds) – optional
- ¼ cup (20g) shredded unsweetened coconut – optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Melt coconut oil if solid.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine gluten-free rolled oats, mixed seeds, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to distribute evenly.
- Add melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir well until all oats and seeds are coated.
- Spread the granola mixture evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes, stirring and flipping the granola every 7 minutes to ensure even toasting and prevent burning. Optionally bake 3-5 minutes longer for extra crunch, watching carefully.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet to crisp up.
- Once cool, stir in any optional dried fruit or chopped nuts if using.
- Transfer granola to an airtight container or jar for storage.
Notes
[‘Stir granola every 7 minutes during baking to prevent burning and ensure even toasting.’, ‘Let granola cool completely on the baking sheet to achieve maximum crunch.’, ‘Use pure maple syrup for best caramelization and flavor; honey can be substituted but may affect texture.’, ‘Store granola in an airtight container away from moisture to keep it crunchy for up to two weeks.’, ‘If granola softens, re-crisp in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5-7 minutes.’, ‘Customize seeds and add-ins to your preference; nuts and dried fruit are optional.’, ‘Press granola down before baking for bigger clusters or spread loosely for crumbly texture.’]
- Prep Time: 13 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/2 cup (appro
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 5
Keywords: gluten-free granola, oat granola, seed granola, crunchy granola, healthy snack, vegan granola, quick granola recipe