Nut-Free Homemade Granola with Dried Fruits
Start your day with a hearty and wholesome crunch by trying this Nut-Free Homemade Granola with Dried Fruits! Packed with old-fashioned rolled oats, shredded coconut, and a medley of sunflower and pumpkin seeds, this granola offers a delightful nuttiness without any actual nuts—perfect for allergy-friendly breakfasts or snacks. The recipe gets its natural sweetness from pure maple syrup, brown sugar, and a trio of dried fruits: cranberries, apricots, and raisins, providing bursts of chewy texture in every bite. Toasted to perfection in the oven and infused with warm cinnamon and vanilla, this granola is irresistibly crisp and aromatic. Best of all, it’s simple to make in just 40 minutes and can be stored for up to two weeks. Sprinkle it over yogurt, enjoy it with milk, or grab it as an on-the-go snack for a deliciously healthy treat the whole family will love!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup coconut oil, melted
- 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 0.5 cup raisins
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, shredded coconut, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
Step 3
In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 4
Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
Step 5
Spread the granola mixture out in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time to ensure even toasting.
Step 7
Remove the granola from the oven when it's golden brown and fragrant.
Step 8
Allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet. It will continue to crisp up as it cools.
Step 9
Once cooled, add the dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, and raisins, mixing them into the granola until evenly distributed.
Step 10
Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1084.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4781.7 |
| Total Fat 259.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 159.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 23.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1313.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 589.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 73.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 304.2g | |
| Protein 78.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 519.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 27.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4519.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories