Protein-Packed Granola

Fuel your mornings and snack times with this Protein-Packed Granola—a nutritious and flavorful homemade granola recipe that's perfect for active lifestyles! Loaded with wholesome rolled oats, crunchy almonds, and a trio of super seeds (chia, flax, and pumpkin), this granola is elevated with a boost of protein powder to keep you energized throughout the day. Naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup and infused with warm cinnamon and vanilla, it bakes to golden perfection, delivering irresistible clusters with a delightful crunch. Finished with tangy dried cranberries for a pop of fruity flavor, this versatile granola is ideal as a topping for yogurt, a mix-in for smoothie bowls, or simply enjoyed by the handful. Ready in under 45 minutes and packed with nutrients, this granola is a must-have for meal prep and healthy snacking!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup almonds
• 0.5 cup pumpkin seeds
• 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons flaxseeds
• 0.5 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup coconut oil
• 0.5 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, flaxseeds, protein powder, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt the coconut oil over low heat. Once melted, add the honey (or maple syrup) and vanilla extract. Stir to combine and then remove from heat.

Step 4

Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir until all the dry ingredients are evenly coated with the wet mixture.

Step 5

Spread the granola mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure it's in a thin layer for even cooking.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting.

Step 7

Remove from oven and allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet. It will continue to crisp up as it cools.

Step 8

Once cooled, mix in the dried cranberries.

Step 9

Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(939.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4431.6

Total Fat 235.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 43.8g
Cholesterol 120mg	0%
Sodium 1840.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 399.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 80.2g	0%
Total Sugars 157.8g
Protein 208.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1216.0mg	0%
Iron 31.7mg	0%
Potassium 3396.4mg	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: 46.5%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 35.1%