Easy Oil-Free Almond Granola (V, GF)

5 from 14 votes

Easy Oil-Free Almond Granola (V, GF)

Easy oil-free almond granola is everything you could hope for in a granola: crunchy, crispy, packed with flavor, and a breeze to prepare. It is also gluten-free and vegan.

Prep Time5

Cook Time35

Total Time40

Course: WFPB Breakfasts

Cuisine: American

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Servings: servings (1/4 cup each)

Author: Camilla

Ingredients

1/2 cup 118 mL maple syrup
1/3 cup 85 g almond butter
1 teaspoon 5 mL almond extract
Optional: 1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups 200 g rolled oats (certified GF, as needed)
3/4 cup 84 g almond flour

Instructions

Preheat oven to 300F (150F). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk the almond butter, maple syrup, almond extract, and optional salt until blended and smooth.
Add the oats and almond flour to the bowl. Stir until everything is completely blended and the oats are completely coated.
Spoon and spread the granola in an even layer onto the prepared pan. Be careful not to spread too thin at the edges.
Bake in the preheated oven for 32 to 38 minutes, stirring halfway through baking time, until light golden brown and completely dry to the touch. Transfer to a cooling rack.
Using a pancake turner or large spoon, firmly press down the granola (this will help form clumps). Cool completley without stirring.
Break the cooled granola into pieces.

Notes

Storage: Store the granola in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one month or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Maple Syrup Alternatives: An equal amount of agave nectar or brown rice syrup can be used in place of the maple syrup. If you are not strictly vegan, you can also use honey.

Almond Butter Tip: If almond butter is cold (from refrigerator), warm it for several seconds in the microwave until it is runny.

Almond Butter Alternatives: An equal amount of any other smooth nut or seed butter can be used in place of the almond butter.

FLAVOR VARIATION IDEAS:

Nuts & Seeds: Add 1/4 to 1/2 cups of chopped nuts and seeds to the granola before baking.
Add Dried Fruit: If you like, add some chopped dried fruit after the granola is baked and cooled.
Add Dried Coconut: Add unsweetened flaked or shredded coconut along with the oats (before baking). Add up to 1/2 cup coconut.
Add Spices and other Flavorings: Use any combination of spices to create unique flavor blends. Or replace the almond extract with vanilla extract or finely grated citrus zest.

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