Maple Apricot Granola

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
30%
Maple Apricot Granola
45 min.
10
538kcal

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Start your day on a delicious note with our Maple Apricot Granola, a delightful blend of wholesome ingredients that not only satisfies your taste buds but also fuels your body. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a nutritious morning meal or a satisfying brunch. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves up to 10 people, making it ideal for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead.

Imagine the aroma of toasted oats mingling with the sweet scent of maple syrup and the vibrant notes of dried apricots. Each bite offers a delightful crunch from sliced almonds and pumpkin seeds, complemented by the optional zing of crystallized ginger. This granola is not just a treat for your palate; it’s packed with healthy fats, fiber, and protein, ensuring you stay energized throughout your busy day.

Whether you enjoy it with a splash of milk, a dollop of plain yogurt, or drizzled with extra honey or maple syrup, this granola is versatile enough to suit any preference. Plus, it can be made ahead of time and stored for up to a week, or even frozen for a month, making it a convenient choice for those on the go. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this wholesome breakfast staple that’s as easy to make as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • oz almonds sliced
  • 0.3 cup candied ginger finely chopped ()
  • 11 oz apricot dried finely chopped
  • 1.3 oz flaxseeds 
  • 10 servings yogurt plain
  • 18 oz oats 
  • cup pumpkin seeds green hulled () (not roasted; 5 oz)
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sunflower seeds hulled (not roasted;)
  • 0.8 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Finely grind flaxseeds in coffee/spice grinder, then stir together with oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, salt, oil, and syrup in a large bowl.
  3. Spread mixture evenly in 2 large shallow baking pans (1 inch deep) and bake in upper and lower thirds of oven, stirring and switching position of pans halfway through baking, until golden brown, about 30 minutes total.
  4. Cool granola completely in pans on racks, then stir in ginger (if using) and apricots.
  5. • Granola can be made 1 week ahead and kept in an airtight container at cool room temperature, or frozen 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

Calories538kcal
Protein11.76%
Fat41.71%
Carbs46.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.44
Glycemic Load
17.93
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
26.71173905314%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.56mg
Catechin
0.29mg
Epigallocatechin
0.59mg
Epicatechin
0.14mg
Eriodictyol
0.06mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Isorhamnetin
0.6mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:538.2kcal
26.91%
Fat:26.19g
40.29%
Saturated Fat:2.94g
18.35%
Carbohydrates:65.74g
21.91%
Net Carbohydrates:53.55g
19.47%
Sugar:22.05g
24.5%
Cholesterol:0.13mg
0.04%
Sodium:242.24mg
10.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.61g
33.22%
Manganese:2.95mg
147.69%
Vitamin E:10.15mg
67.64%
Magnesium:215.31mg
53.83%
Fiber:12.19g
48.77%
Phosphorus:487.28mg
48.73%
Copper:0.79mg
39.51%
Vitamin B1:0.46mg
30.73%
Selenium:21.44µg
30.63%
Iron:4.96mg
27.57%
Zinc:3.68mg
24.55%
Potassium:838.11mg
23.95%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.61%
Vitamin A:1129.48IU
22.59%
Vitamin B3:3.19mg
15.94%
Folate:51.5µg
12.88%
Calcium:123.26mg
12.33%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.15%
Vitamin B5:1mg
10.01%
Vitamin K:8.62µg
8.21%
Source:Epicurious