Grain Free Granola without Oats
A little salty and sweet with a great crunch, this grain free granola is packed with seeds and is totally nut-free. A great option for those on a paleo diet.
Servings: 8 people
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas), unsalted
- 1 cup raw sunflower seeds, unsalted
- 1/4 cup hemp seeds
- 3 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup OPTIONAL: coconut flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Combine the pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, maple syrup, cinnamon, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and kosher salt in a large bowl. Stir to combine.
- Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the seed mixture in an even layer on top. Place in the oven and check every 10 minutes (so 2 times total) to stir so that the granola browns evenly. If using coconut flakes, add them the final 10 minutes of cooking. Cook for 30 minutes total or until golden brown. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for at least 20-30 minutes. It will get crispy during this time.
- If you like your seeds a little more crispy and brown, I kick up the temperature to 350 degrees F and bake for another 5 minutes.
Notes
- In the fall, I love to switch out the cinnamon for pumpkin pie spice.
- Substitute melted coconut oil for melted butter or olive oil.
- Optional add in - mix in 1/2 cup large coconut shreds.
Nutrition
Calories: 235kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 148mg | Potassium: 192mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 41IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 2mg
