If you’re still buying granola from the grocery store, look no further! Not only is this gluten free vegan granola recipe delicious, with minimal ingredients, but it is cost effective. This crunchy and satisfying granola can be enjoyed on your next smoothie bowl, yogurt parfait, or even by itself. This recipe provides a healthy way to enjoy granola without all the added sugars and oils. The recipe does not include any refined sugar and you can easily omit the coconut sugar. You can truly be creative with this recipe, add your favorite mix ins and make a unique batch of your own homemade granola! And maybe even gift some to a friend or neighbor!
Gluten Free Vegan Granola Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup coconut oil
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp coconut sugar
- Sprinkle of sea salt
- 3 cups of gluten free oats
- 1/4 hemp seeds
- Pinch of nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Mix-ins, what makes the granola yummy and individual: chia seeds, coconut flakes, nuts (walnuts, almonds, cashews, etc.), pumpkin seeds, dried fruit, chocolate chips (NOTE: when using dried fruit or chocolate chips, put in after baking to avoid burning)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Over low/medium heat add the coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, sea salt, and coconut sugar to a saucepan. Once combined and the coconut oil has melted, remove from the heat.
- While the coconut oil is melting, in a large bowl add the dry ingredients: oats, hemp seeds, nutmeg, cinnamon, mix ins and a sprinkle of sea salt. Stir to combine.
- Add the coconut oil/maple syrup mixture to the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir well to coat all the dry ingredients.
- Place on a baking sheet with parchment paper. Leave some chunks, no need for it to be perfect!
- Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool before storing.
- Stays self-stable for over a week that is if you can keep from consuming it all!