Low Sodium Granola Bread

Satisfy your craving for wholesome baked goods with this Low Sodium Granola Bread, a heart-healthy twist on a classic favorite. Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like whole wheat flour, old-fashioned rolled oats, unsalted sunflower seeds, almonds, flaxseeds, and naturally sweetened with honey and dried cranberries, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of flavor and texture. The addition of Greek yogurt and unsweetened applesauce ensures a moist, tender crumb, while ground cinnamon adds a warm, aromatic touch. Quick and easy to prep in just 20 minutes, this low sodium bread is ideal for breakfast, snacking, or even as an accompaniment to savory dishes. With no added salt, it’s a guilt-free choice that’s perfect for anyone looking to maintain a low sodium diet without sacrificing taste. Slice up this wholesome loaf and enjoy it plain, or pair it with your favorite low sodium spread for a tasty treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats
• 0.25 cup Unsalted sunflower seeds
• 0.25 cup Unsalted chopped almonds
• 0.25 cup Flaxseeds
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries (unsweetened)
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.75 cup Plain Greek yogurt (low sodium)
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, oats, sunflower seeds, almonds, flaxseeds, and cranberries. Add the baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon, then mix thoroughly until evenly distributed.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the honey, applesauce, Greek yogurt, eggs, water, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Avoid over-mixing the batter to ensure the bread remains tender.

Step 5

Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 6

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 7

Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, remove the bread from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 8

Serve the granola bread as is, or spread with a little unsalted butter or your favorite low sodium spread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1170.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2672.1

Total Fat 65.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 377.9mg	0%
Sodium 1548.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 462.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.7g	0%
Total Sugars 177.7g
Protein 98.1g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 608.4mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 2759.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.7%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 65.4%