4.87 47 Published Jul 30, 2024, Updated Aug 07, 2024 This granola is delicious on its own as a snack or served with milk for breakfast, but my favorite way to eat this coconut granola is as a topping to acai bowls, yogurt bowls or overnight oats.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Healthy – Made with old fashioned rolled oats, unsweetened coconut flakes, flaxseed and almonds, this granola is packed with nutritious ingredients that will keep you energized throughout the day. Versatile – Enjoy this granola on its own, with milk, sprinkled over yogurt, or as a topping for a smoothie bowl. The possibilities are endless! Low in sugar – This granola is naturally sweetened with maple syrup and coconut sugar, and only has 4 grams of sugar per 1/4 cup of granola. Customizable – This recipe is 100% customizable so feel free to use your favorite nuts and add-ins. I could see dried fruit like raisins or dried cranberries being a great addition to this granola!
ground flaxseed and hot water – this combines to create a flaxseed egg, which acts as a binder and helps to achieve that super clumpy granola! old fashioned rolled oats – the base of the granola, providing a hearty and chewy texture. Make sure to use certified gluten-free oats if needed. I love Bob’s Red Mill organic gluten-free rolled oats. unsweetened coconut flakes – can’t have coconut granola without the coconut! Make sure you’re using unsweetened coconut as to not add more sweetness to the recipe. I recommend using bigger chunks of coconut flakes instead of shredded coconut, which could burn faster. almonds – adds a nice crunch and some healthy fats. I recommend chopped or silvered almonds, so they toast while baking. chia seeds – a superfood that adds fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. ground cinnamon – for a warm, comforting spice that pairs well with the coconut and almonds. coconut oil – helps to crisp up the granola and adds a subtle coconut flavor. maple syrup and coconut sugar – the combo of the two are the perfect natural sweeteners for this granola recipe! Make sure you’re using pure maple syrup and not pancake syrup as that’s loaded with corn syrup. sea salt – enhances all the flavors and balances the sweetness.
How to Make Coconut Granola
How to Serve Granola
I love eating this granola fresh out of the oven, but there’s plenty of ways you can serve it. Here’s some ideas:
With milk: Simply serve it with your choice of milk for a classic breakfast. With yogurt: Top your morning yogurt bowl with this granola for some crunch. Lately, I’ve been obsessed with this PB&J protein yogurt bowl. Or layer granola with yogurt and fresh berries to make a delicious and nutritious parfait. As a smoothie bowl topping: Sprinkle this coconut granola over your favorite smoothie bowl for added crunch and flavor. I love this green smoothie bowl or dragon fruit smoothie bowl. With ice cream: Add granola to a bowl with your favorite ice cream. The combo of ice cream + crunchy granola = a match made in heaven. It would be delicious with my one ingredient banana ice cream or chocolate banana ice cream.
How to Store
Room temperature: Once completely cooled, store in an airtight container. It can stay fresh at room temperature for up to 3 weeks. In the freezer: For longer storage, freeze the granola. Place it in a freezer-safe bag or container, and it can last for several months.
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