Breakfast Granola

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Breakfast Granola
40 min.
16
351kcal

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Start your morning off right with this deliciously satisfying Breakfast Granola! This versatile recipe is perfect for anyone following a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free diet. With a delightful blend of toasted oats, nuts, and coconut, this granola is not only packed with flavor but also nutrition. It's a breeze to whip up, taking only 40 minutes from start to finish, and it yields a generous 16 servings.

Each serving comes in at a reasonable 351 calories, making it an excellent option for a hearty yet health-conscious breakfast. Enjoy it as a morning meal, brunch, or even a quick snack. The recipe calls for simple, wholesome ingredients like canola oil, flaked coconut, chopped dates, and your choice of honey or molasses for a touch of sweetness. For an extra protein boost and a satisfying crunch, mix in your favorite chopped nuts and uncooked oat bran cereal.

The granola is baked to perfection with a golden-brown hue, and it's infused with the aromatic flavors of vanilla and cinnamon. After baking, it's tossed with succulent raisins and dates, adding natural sweetness and a burst of moisture. Store your granola in an airtight container to keep it fresh and crisp, and serve it with a dollop of yogurt and your choice of fresh fruit for a complete and nutritious meal. Whether you're an oatmeal enthusiast or just looking to add more plant-based breakfast options to your routine, this Breakfast Granola is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup canola oil 
  • cup coconut flakes flaked
  • cup dates chopped
  • 16 servings fruit fresh
  • 0.3 cup blackstrap molasses 
  • cup nuts chopped
  • 0.8 cup oat bran uncooked
  • cups rolled oats 
  • cup raisins 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Spread rolled oats on a 15-in. x 10-in. baking pan.
  2. Bake at 350° for 5 minutes. Stir; bake 5 minutes longer or until toasted. Meanwhile, combine honey and oil in a small saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
  3. Remove from the heat; stir in extract.
  4. Remove oats from oven; toss with nuts, bran and coconut.
  5. Pour hot honey mixture over oat mixture; toss well. Return to oven and bake 20-25 minutes, stirring every 6 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven. Stir in raisins and dates. Cool. Store in an airtight container.
  7. Serve with yogurt and fresh fruit of your choice if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories351kcal
Protein6.95%
Fat32.1%
Carbs60.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.44
Glycemic Load
15.99
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
13.423478416775%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:351.48kcal
17.57%
Fat:13.49g
20.75%
Saturated Fat:4.25g
26.56%
Carbohydrates:57.62g
19.21%
Net Carbohydrates:49.79g
18.1%
Sugar:25.1g
27.89%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:15.75mg
0.68%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.06%
100%
Protein:6.57g
13.14%
Manganese:1.56mg
78.05%
Fiber:7.84g
31.35%
Magnesium:95.84mg
23.96%
Copper:0.43mg
21.44%
Phosphorus:203.39mg
20.34%
Selenium:10.96µg
15.66%
Potassium:531.17mg
15.18%
Iron:2.7mg
15.01%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.15%
Zinc:1.53mg
10.21%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.52%
Vitamin K:8.8µg
8.38%
Vitamin B3:1.48mg
7.42%
Vitamin A:360.14IU
7.2%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.97%
Vitamin B5:0.63mg
6.25%
Vitamin E:0.78mg
5.22%
Calcium:47.95mg
4.8%
Folate:18.78µg
4.69%
Vitamin C:3.25mg
3.94%