Gluten-Free Granola

Gluten-free granola is a healthy and delicious breakfast or snack option. Packed with nutritious ingredients like nuts, seeds, and dried fruit, this granola is not only delicious but also perfect for anyone with a gluten sensitivity or celiac disease. Plus, it’s easy to customize to your tastes by adding your favorite ingredients. Whip up a batch and enjoy it with yogurt, milk, or just on its own for a tasty and satisfying snack.

Our healthy gluten free granola is the perfect balance of sweet and salty. Not only is the flavor irresistible but kids love the crunch of all the ingredients with every bite. It will quickly become a top request!

For more healthy recipes for kids, be sure to check out Healthy Dirt Cake, Healthy Mini Corn Dogs and Yogurt Fruit Dip.

Cereal Granola

The days of reading label after label to find a flavorful granola that is celiac friendly without a ton of excess oil and sugar are over. This gluten free granola recipe is one that you will keep stocked in your pantry from here on out!

The nutrient dense ingredients, easy to follow instructions and simplicity of making in bulk are all the reasons you need to get started right away.

Best of all, you can use the ingredients listed or switch things up by using all the odds and ends in the cabinet.

We always know it is time for a batch of granola when we find half bags of chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips and dried fruit. It is one of the best ways to clean out the pantry while also creating a family favorite recipe.

You’ll also want to check out Tofu Smoothie, Veggie Mac and Cheese and Veggie Nuggets if you want more healthy recipes that kids will eat.

To get started, gather the equipment and ingredients then follow the written instructions or printable recipe card. Enjoy!

Equipment

• baking sheet
• parchment paper
• Flipper
• measuring cups
• measuring spoons
• stir spoon
• mixing bowl

Ingredients

• 4 cups certified gluten-free oats
• 1 cup pecans ✅
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds ✅
• 1 large egg white, whisked
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/3 cup coconut oil melted
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons vanilla ✅
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup craisins ✅
• 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips ✅

Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.

How To Make

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Place parchment paper on the baking pan, and set aside.

Combine the granola

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the oats, nuts, and pumpkin seeds then pour the whisked egg white and stir well to combine. 

Combine the other ingredients

In a small bowl, combine honey, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla, and salt. Pour the mixture onto the granola and mix well. place onto the parchment paper.

Bake

Bake for 15 minutes then stir. Continue to cook for an additional 20 minutes stirring halfway through. 

Cool

Let cool, then break the granola apart and add the craisins and mini chocolate chips. Store in an air-tight container

Granola Ingredients

The options for add-ins are endless. Dried fruit, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, flax seeds, or chia seeds to name a few. We chose to add ground flaxseed and chia seeds because they blend in easily and don’t add much flavor – but do add a boost of nutrition.

Other ingredients to consider tossing into the mix include:

• Almond extract
• Dried apricots
• Figs
• Raisins
• Dried blueberries
• Cocoa powder
• Freeze dried strawberries
• Cinnamon
• Cashews
• Peanuts
• Orange zest
• Macadamia nuts

You can also turn this into a nut free granola recipe by omitting the pecans and replacing with another ingredient such as sunflower seeds.

Serving Suggestions

As mentioned, this gluten free granola recipe makes a delicious breakfast or snack option on its own or served with milk. It goes great with skim, 2%, whole or any dairy free milk such as coconut, oat, almond or soy. It can also be served accompanied with apple slices and nut butter at snack time or used as a parfait or ice cream topping for dessert.

If you ever make Air Fryer Baked Apples or Campfire Peaches, do not miss the opportunity to toss this granola on the top. You can thank us later!

For a heartier breakfast, pair granola with Greek yogurt and fresh berries such as raspberries, blackberries, strawberries or blueberries. The protein from the yogurt and fiber from the berries helps to create a balanced morning meal that will keep your family fueled until lunch.

Storing Gluten Free Granola Cereal

Room temperature: Homemade granola can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 weeks in a covered container.

In the fridge: Store up to 1 month in a covered container.

In the freezer: Store up to 3 weeks in a covered container or a Ziploc bag.

Frequently Asked Questions

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