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    Apr 12, 2021 · Modified: Sep 7, 2021 by Katie

    Cinnamon Maple Granola

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    This Cinnamon Maple Granola is a must for any breakfast lovers! It's is vegan, oil-free and can easily be made gluten-free as well. It can be used as a topping on your favorite breakfast but also makes the perfect healthy afternoon pick-me-up healthy snack!  

     

    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • It's not only cheaper but also much healthier than most store-bought granola (no hidden additives).
    • It consists of wholefood ingredients only. 
    • It's high in nutrients and protein and fibre.
    • It's super quick and easy to make (5 minutes prep time!)

     

    How to Make Cinnamon Maple Granola

    In a first step, put half of the nuts into a food processor and pulse for a couple of times until the majority is chopped up. Make sure not to blend them too much, otherwise you'll end up with a crumbly texture. Alternatively you could also simply use a knive to chop up the nuts in case you don't have a food processor. 

    Then add nuts, oats, maple syrup, cinnamon, applesauce and maple syrup to a big bowl and mix thoroughly. 

    Once everything is well combined, line a baking tray with parchment paper and spread the mix evenly onto the baking tray.

    Bake the granola for about 20-25 minutes or until slightly brown and crunchy.

    Ingredients & Substitution Notes

     

    • Oats: I usually prefer using large flake oats for granola recipes. If you want to keep that recipe gluten-free, opt for gluten-free oats. 

    • Maple Syrup: If you don't care about this recipe not being vegan you could also use honey instead. You might need less if you used sweetened apple sauce. 

    • Apple Sauce: I used unsweetend applesauce for this recipe that consists of 100% apples without any additives. 

    • Dried Apple Slices: Similar to the applesauce, I used unsweetened dried apple rings. 
    big bowl of cinnamon apple granola

    Ways to Eat Granola

    • Topping: Tastes amazing as a topping in recipes such as this Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal, Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal, Easy Protein Pancakes, Vegan Salted Caramel Chia Pudding. 

    •  Plain: It can also be enjoyed straight from the jar!

    • Yoghurt: Adding this maple cinnamon granola to your favorite (natural) yoghurt makes the perfect healthy snack!

    • Smoothie Bowls & Smoothies: adds some additional flavor and texture, try this granola with my Apple Pie Smoothie Bowl or this Healthy Salted Caramel Smoothie!

    • Ice Cream: Makes an amazing ice cream topping!

     

    FAQs

    How to store this cinnamon maple granola?

    Store your granola in an airtight container (I usually prefer a jar glass) in your kitchen cabinet.

    Is homemade granola cheaper?

    Yes, making your own granola is budget friendly and almost always cheaper than store-bought!

    How long can I keep my homemade granola?

    It usually lasts up to a month.

     

    Other Breakfast Recipes To Try

      • 5- Ingredient Vegan Banana Bread
      • Warm Berry & Yoghurt Chia Pudding 
      • Vegan Salted Caramel Chia Pudding
      • Vegan Raspberry Chocolate Chia Pudding
    big bowl of cinnamon maple granola
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    Cinnamon Maple Granola

    This homemade granola is vegan, oil-free and ready in no time! It makes an amazing topping but can also be enjoyed as a healthy snack!
    Course Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine dairy-free, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, vegan
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Baking Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes
    Servings 1 batch

    Ingredients  

    • 1 cup (120g) pecans
    • ½ cup (80g) almonds
    • ½ cup (60g) walnuts
    • 1 cup (110g) large flaked oats
    • ⅓ cup (50g) unsweetened apple sauce *see notes
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 3-5 tablespoon maple syrup
    • handful of dried apple slices *optional
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 180°C degrees.
    • Add half of the nut mix into a food processor and pulse a couple of times until some nuts are broken down.
    • Combine all of the ingredients in a big bowl and mix well, using a spoon or your hands.  
    • Spread mixture evenly onto a baking tray (lined with parchment paper).
    • Bake granola for about 20-25 minutes or until slightly brown and crunchy.
    • Let cool completely. Then add dried apple slices.
    • Transfer to an airtight container.

    Notes

    • Unsweetened apple sauce: I used unsweetend applesauce for this recipe that consists of 100% apples without any additives. 
    • Storage: Lasts up to 1 month in an airtight container. 
    All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates.
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