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Nut-Free Granola Recipe

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This nut-free granola is a wholesome and delicious breakfast or snack option, packed with seeds and oats and naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup. It’s perfect for those with nut allergies, using sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and hemp hearts to add crunch and nutrition. Easy to prepare and baked to a golden perfection, this granola offers a wholesome, crunchy texture without any nuts.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (gluten-free if preferred)
  • 1 cup raw sunflower seeds
  • 1 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • 1/4 cup hemp hearts
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup sunbutter or tahini (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a rimmed baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, or lightly grease it with coconut oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the rolled oats, sunflower seeds, pepitas, hemp hearts, cinnamon, and salt. Pour the maple syrup, sunbutter or tahini (if using), and vanilla extract over the dry ingredients, then stir well until all oats and seeds are thoroughly coated and no dry spots remain.
  3. Spread Granola: Evenly spread the coated granola mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring it is distributed well for even baking.
  4. Bake: Place the baking sheet on the center rack of the oven and bake for 25 to 35 minutes. About halfway through baking, stir the granola to ensure even cooking. If using two baking sheets, swap their positions after stirring to promote uniform baking.
  5. Cool Down: Remove the granola from the oven and allow it to cool completely on the baking sheet. It will harden as it cools, giving that classic crunchy texture.
  6. Serve and Store: Once cooled, transfer the granola to an airtight container. This recipe yields approximately 6 cups, perfect for multiple servings or gifting.

Notes

  • If you prefer chunkier granola clusters, avoid stirring too vigorously during baking.
  • Sunbutter or tahini adds creaminess and helps bind the granola, but can be omitted for a lighter texture.
  • Store granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks for optimal freshness.
  • Feel free to customize by adding dried fruit after baking to prevent sogginess.
  • This granola is naturally gluten-free if using certified gluten-free oats.

Find it online: https://recipethrive.com/nut-free-granola-recipe/