Easy Homemade Granola: 3 Gluten-free Breakfast Variations

Looking for a tasty and nutritious gluten-free breakfast option that you can prepare in advance and enjoy all week long? Look no further than our easy homemade granola varieties! With three delicious breakfast granola variations: nutty coconut, cinnamon apple, and chocolate chip.

These granola recipes are the perfect way to add some crunch to your morning routine—whatever your choice. Packed with wholesome ingredients like nuts and seeds and healthy fats. This granola is not only delicious but also loaded with fibre, protein, and healthy fats to keep you fuelled and satisfied.

Take your pick and enjoy! Simply store in an airtight jar for easy access or whenever hunger strikes!

Nutty Coconut Granola

Ingredients:

• 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
• 1/4 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds (optional: pre-soak and drain)
• 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, gluten-free rolled oats, optional pre-soaked pumpkin seeds, pecans, walnuts, and coconut flakes.
3. Add honey, coconut oil, and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.
4. Spread the mixture evenly onto a lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top layer is golden brown, stirring occasionally.
5. Once done, sprinkle with sesame seeds and mix well.
6. Then let it cool and store it in an airtight container in a cool place.

Cinnamon Apple Granola

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons freshly ground flaxseed

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine gluten-free oats, almonds, pecans, and shredded coconut.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the applesauce, honey, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring until well combined.
5. Spread the mixture evenly onto a lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top layer is golden brown, stirring occasionally.
6. Once done, sprinkle with ground flaxseed and mix well.
7. Let cool and store in an airtight container in a cool place.

Chocolate Chip Granola

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup coconut flour
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds
• 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons freshly ground flaxseed

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, almonds, and shredded coconut.
3. Add honey and coconut oil, stirring until well combined.
4. Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
5. Spread the mixture evenly onto a lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top layer is golden brown, stirring occasionally.
6. Once done, sprinkle with freshly ground flaxseed and mix well.
7. Let cool and store in an airtight container in a cool place.

Use any of these easy homemade granola variations to top your delicious parfait for breakfast. Use it as a topping for your overnight Chia seed smoothie pudding. Or as a go-to snack when you’ve got the munchies.