Homemade Salty Oil-Free Almond Flavored Granola
I swear granola is the one of those dishes that can be used as a topping, cereal or a snack. So when I decided to make this lighted salted version I was thinking of all of those things. I tried it on a salad and it worked really good with a nice tahini dressing. I also made it with yoghurt and bananas for breakfast ( see the picture below) and drizzled it with additional syrup and man o man was it so flavorful. Lastly, I packed it as a snack on a hike and it really was a good pick me up after a sunny two and a half miles.
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What ingredients do I need for this Almond Granola?
The ingredient list is pretty simple and attainable. In order to achieve a gluten free granola use oats that are labeled as gluten free such as these Bob’s Red Mill Organic Rolled Oats. In addition to selecting the proper oats you will want to make sure all of the other ingredients are also gluten free. This version of granola uses a list of whole foods so that will not be an issue. I did however use agave syrup for the sweet component in here. But maple syrup will work just as well. For the light salty flavor I opted for Pink Himalayan Sea Salt but Sea Salt would work really well in here to if you wish to replace it.
Granola Storage Tips, How much of this should I make?
Personally I make granola in small batches. There is just something more special when it is done this way. I think I learned that from the greatest granola maker ever Erin Baker. So in this recipe I made enough for a family of three for a week. It yields about six half cup servings. Granola after baked stores well on a kitchen counter or in the refrigerator in a air tight container. Let’s begin shall we!
Homemade Salty Oil-Free Almond Flavored Granola
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
- Oven
- Cookie Sheet
- Parchment Paper or Silicone Mat
- Measuring Cups
Ingredients
- 4 Tablespoons Maple Syrup or Agave Syrup
- 1 Teaspoon Pink Himalayan Salt
- 1 Cup Rolled Oats
- 1/2 Cup Raw Unsalted Sunflower Seeds
- 1/2 Cup Raw Unsalted Almonds
- 2 Tablespoons Hemp Seeds
- 1 Teaspoon Almond Extract
Instructions
- Measure out your ingredients. And turn on the oven to 375F
- In a mixing bowl combine the syrup with the salt and almond extract and mix to combine. Then add the oats, sunflower seeds, almonds and hemp seeds and mix to combine again.
- On a parchment lined cookie sheet spread the granola so that it does not over lap itself. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes moving around at the 10 minute mark.
- Your granola should be a nice golden brown.
- Enjoy as a snack, cereal with plant milk, in yoghurt or as a crunchy salad topping.
This looks absolutely delicious! Just what I needed!
Delicious recipe. Will be keeping on hand for snacks and breakfast toppings!
Thank you Gwynn.
this is my preferred breakfast, I love how you make it easy to do.
Glad you loved it Jeannie.
The perfect snack! So goooood!
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Yum! Homemade granola is the best! I love adding it as a crunchy topping to my smoothie bowls. Thanks for the easy recipe!
You are most welcomed.
This homemade granola is so easy and delicious!
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This granola is absolutely amazing! It is crunchy, full of flavors, and perfect for a quick and easy breakfast, thanks for the recipe!
I love a homemade granola! I used honey instead of maple syrup. I also added some coconut. So yummy!
That sounds amazing gonna have to make that version.
Totally loving this granola! I am trying to less sodium so I love that it is salt free! Pairs great with some good vegan yogurt!
Thank you Kayla.