7-Ingredient Oil-Free and Nut-Free Granola

Name: 7-Ingredient Oil-Free and Nut-Free Granola
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 3 Cups Rolled Oats; 2/3 Cup Maple Syrup; 1/2 Cup Pepitas; 3 Tablespoons Chia Seeds; 1 Teaspoon Salt; 1/2 Teaspoon Cinnamon; 1/2 Cup Dried Fruit (cranberries, raisins, etc.)

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Ditch the store-bought granola and make this 7-ingredient oil free and nut free granola. This granola is simple to make at home and easily customizable with your favorite flavors.

I make granola quite often. I have such a fun time experimenting with different flavors. And I have to say, this granola might me my favorite granola to date!

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Why I love this Oil-Free and Nut-Free Granola
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
How to make Homemade Granola
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A bowl of vegan yogurt topped with oil free granola.

Not only is it incredibly simple, it's customizable, and honestly, the flavors just work. There's the right amount of sweetness and crunch.

I devoured this granola so quickly and made a second batch within days of making the first. It's THAT good.

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Why I love this Oil-Free and Nut-Free Granola

Dietary needs - this recipe is plant-based, oil-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and refined sugar-free
Perfect treat- this granola is made from whole food ingredients with fiber and nutrients for a healthy and tasty breakfast or snack
Simple ingredients - With only 5 ingredients, you likely already have all the ingredients you need to make this granola recipe!
Rich healthy fats - pepitas and chia seeds are incredible superfoods and give this granola some healthy sources of fat, while keeping it completely nut-free
Customizable - hate chia seeds? Sub flax seeds instead. Love dried blueberries? Use them instead of dried cranberries. The possibilities are endless

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

Rolled Oats: You can make granola with quick oats but it's much better with rolled oats. If you are gluten-sensitive be sure to buy certified gluten-free oats to avoid any cross contamination
Maple Syrup: I like using maple syrup in my granola recipes because it creates the best crunch. Date syrup is a great sub if you'd like to make the recipe completely fruit-sweetened.
Pepitas: I like adding pepitas for their sweet, nutty flavor and the texture they add to the granola. Sunflower seeds are another great seed option. Or, for a version with nuts add some almonds, walnuts, or pecans
Chia Seeds: chia seeds help soak in some of the moisture of the maple syrup and create some good clusters. If you don't want to add chia seeds I suggest adding some ground flaxseed instead
Salt
Cinnamon
Dried Fruit: I used dried cranberries and I think they pair perfectly with the pepitas. Raisins, currants, or dried blueberries would also be great additions.

7-Ingredient Oil-Free and Nut-Free Granola Ingredients

How to make Homemade Granola

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2. Mix the oats, maple syrup, pepitas, chia seeds, salt, and cinnamon in a medium bowl.

7-Ingredient Oil-Free and Nut-Free Granola Step 2

Step 3. Spread on the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the granola is golden brown.

7-Ingredient Oil-Free and Nut-Free Granola Step 3

Step 4. Let cool completely on the pan, then stir in the dried fruit. Serve and enjoy!

7-Ingredient Oil-Free and Nut-Free Granola Step 4

FAQs & Expert Tips

Seriously... let the granola cool

The key to a crunchy granola is to let it cool completely on the pan. This allows the syrup to dry completely and bind each cluster together.

Patience is essential when you want all those clusters!

Switch up the flavors

Feel free to play around with different seeds, fruits, and spices for your own spin on this granola

Is this recipe gluten-free?

Yes. Oats are naturally gluten-free. Some oats are contaminated with gluten during the processing so if you're allergic to gluten be sure to buy certified gluten-free oats.

How can I make this recipe entirely fruit-sweetened?

Use date syrup instead of maple syrup and choose a dried fruit that doesn't have any added sugar.

Recipe Prayer

Thanks you God for this delicious granola. Let this granola fuel our morning. Amen.

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