Low Sodium Homemade Crunchy Granola

Elevate your breakfast game with this irresistible Low Sodium Homemade Crunchy Granola, a heart-healthy, flavor-packed option that's perfect for mindful eating. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like old-fashioned oats, raw almonds, walnuts, and unsweetened shredded coconut, this recipe skips the added salt without compromising on taste. A touch of pure maple syrup and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg provide natural sweetness and aromatic depth, while coconut oil ensures the granola bakes to golden, crunchy perfection. Toss in dried cranberries for a pop of tangy sweetness, and you have a versatile, low-sodium snack that's great with yogurt, milk, or straight out of the jar. With just 10 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of baking, this easy-to-make granola is your next go-to for healthier breakfasts and snacks. Perfect for meal prep and packed with nutrients, it’s a satisfying way to start your day!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups Old-fashioned oats
• 0.5 cup Raw almonds
• 0.5 cup Raw walnuts
• 0.5 cup Raw sunflower seeds
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 cup Pure maple syrup
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries (unsweetened)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, raw almonds, raw walnuts, raw sunflower seeds, unsweetened shredded coconut, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Stir to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil. Once melted, remove from heat and add the pure maple syrup and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the liquid mixture over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly to ensure all the dry ingredients are evenly coated with the wet mixture.

Step 5

Spread the granola mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, pressing it down gently with the back of a spoon or spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the granola is golden brown and fragrant. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.

Step 7

Once baked, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the granola cool completely on the sheet. It will continue to crisp up as it cools.

Step 8

After the granola has cooled, mix in the dried cranberries. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.

Step 9

Enjoy your low sodium homemade crunchy granola with yogurt, milk, or on its own as a snack!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(753.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3560.2

Total Fat 217.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 52.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 366.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 60.6g	0%
Total Sugars 145.4g
Protein 74.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 558.0mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 2839.0mg	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: 52.6%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 39.4%