Chunky Date, Coconut, and Almond Granola

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Chunky Date, Coconut, and Almond Granola
300 min.
6
504kcal

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Start your mornings with something truly delightful: Chunky Date, Coconut, and Almond Granola! This irresistible breakfast treat brings together a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will not only tantalize your taste buds but also fuel your day. Imagine crunchy almonds and cashews intermingling with chewy pieces of sweet pitted dates, all enveloped in the warm embrace of toasty oats and fragrant spices like cinnamon and allspice. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch, making it an ideal choice for a quick breakfast or a leisurely brunch.

What’s more, this granola is not only vegetarian but also gluten-free, making it accessible for a variety of dietary preferences. Perfect for those hectic mornings, it can be made ahead of time and stored for up to two weeks, ensuring you always have a nourishing option on hand. Pair it with your favorite yogurt, sprinkle it over fresh fruit, or simply enjoy it by the handful. The sweetness from brown sugar and honey balances beautifully with the nuttiness of the coconut and almonds, leaving you craving more.

Ready in just five hours, this chunky granola is the epitome of healthy and delicious! So roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a wholesome breakfast that your entire family will love. This is not just a meal; it's an uplifting start to your day!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed ()
  • cup dates packed pitted ()
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground allspice 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • tablespoons honey 
  • cups old-fashioned oats 
  • 0.5 cup cashew pieces raw
  • 0.5 cup coconut or sweetened flaked
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted ()
  • 0.8 cup almonds whole halved

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F.
  2. Mix first 7 ingredients in large bowl. Melt butter with honey in heavy small saucepan over low heat.
  3. Pour over granola mixture and toss well.
  4. Spread out mixture on baking sheet.
  5. Bake 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add dates; mix to separate any clumps. Continue to bake until granola is golden brown, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes longer. Cool. Do ahead Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.
  7. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories504kcal
Protein7.75%
Fat42.68%
Carbs49.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.25
Glycemic Load
18.7
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.137391139632%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.86mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epigallocatechin
0.46mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
0.47mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:504.45kcal
25.22%
Fat:25.19g
38.76%
Saturated Fat:8.57g
53.54%
Carbohydrates:65.84g
21.95%
Net Carbohydrates:57.56g
20.93%
Sugar:37.44g
41.6%
Cholesterol:20.34mg
6.78%
Sodium:28.93mg
1.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.3g
20.59%
Manganese:1.79mg
89.31%
Vitamin E:5.03mg
33.5%
Magnesium:133.4mg
33.35%
Fiber:8.28g
33.12%
Copper:0.61mg
30.54%
Phosphorus:286.63mg
28.66%
Selenium:12.88µg
18.4%
Iron:3.07mg
17.04%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.2%
Zinc:2.32mg
15.49%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.75%
Potassium:514.92mg
14.71%
Calcium:95.93mg
9.59%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.37%
Vitamin B3:1.47mg
7.35%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.66%
Folate:24.81µg
6.2%
Vitamin K:5.63µg
5.37%
Vitamin A:242.68IU
4.85%
Source:Epicurious