Coconut Oil Granola | Healthy Recipe

This coconut oil granola recipe is an easy breakfast staple in our home that the whole family loves! One of the best things about this healthy granola recipe is that it contains no refined sugar or processed ingredients. It's a great breakfast option for busy weekday or weekend mornings!

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• Why you'll love this recipe
• Ingredients
• FAQ
• Tips for making coconut oil granola
• Granola serving ideas
• Tools you may need
• How to make coconut oil granola
• How to store coconut oil granola
• More Healthy Breakfasts
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There are many ways to eat oats; baked oatmeal, oat groats, old-fashioned oats, and even oatmeal cookies. If you are an oatmeal lover, this coconut oil granola recipe is a delicious way to get your oats in for the day. 

Granola is a hearty and healthy choice for breakfast because oats are a grain that have an unusually high amount of protein. Research shows that it is important to consume protein after waking up to fuel the body and help balance blood sugar levels.

A big batch of granola can be mixed together and baked in less than an hour! Children love helping with a job like this and it is a great way to include and teach them in the kitchen.

Granola does not take a lot of effort to make. And when you make a big batch, you will be rewarded with a long lasting supply of quick breakfasts to serve to your family!

Why you'll love this recipe

Flavorful: The delicious combination of flavors in this granola will leave you wanting to have this every morning for breakfast. The best thing about homemade granola, compared to what you would find in the grocery store, is that there are no artificial flavors, preservatives or other weird junk; the flavors come from all natural ingredients.

Nutritious: There are many health benefits of eating homemade granola and you can enjoy it without any guilt! This homemade granola recipe contains no artificial sweeteners, brown sugar, white flour or corn syrup; which are all common ingredients in store bought cereals.

Easy to make: This granola is so simple to mix up and bake! If you need to replenish your granola supply then skip the storebought stuff and give this recipe a try.

Cost-effective: Buying a few simple ingredients and making your own granola costs a lot less than buying premade granola.

Ingredients

Sprouted rolled oats: Oats are a great source of protein and contain many minerals and nutrients including folate, antioxidants, and fibre. Sprouted oats have additional health benefits- they have more nutrients available to the body, contain less starch and are easier to digest than regular grains. Your body is able to absorb nutrients from the sprouted grain easier than unsprouted grains because sprouting reduces phytic acid levels. Learn more about the benefits of sprouting grains. You can also make my soaked granola recipe for the same benefits if you don't have sprouted oats.

Nuts and seeds: They are packed with vitamins, minerals, protein, healthy fats and fibre. Nuts and seeds help regulate weight control and protect against heart disease. They also add great crunch, flavor and of course, additional health benefits. Some common favorites to use are pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, sunflower seeds, walnuts and pecans.

Coconut: High in fibre and low in carbs, making it great for assisting in regulating blood sugar levels. The high amounts of antioxidants, minerals and B vitamin make coconut powerful for aiding in cell growth and cell health. Read about more coconut health benefits here.

Coconut oil: Using coconut oil instead of butter makes this recipe stand out from the rest. It adds great flavor and many health benefits. Coconut oil has been proven to fight against many diseases. It also contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) that may help boost levels of good cholesterol and convert rapidly into energy instead of being stored in our body as a fat.

Maple syrup: Using real maple syrup is key here for real maple flavor as well as added health benefits. It is a great alternative to white sugar. Maple syrup contains antioxidants and some minerals, fights inflammatory disease, and may benefit heart health.

Honey: Honey can really aid and benefit the human body. It contains antioxidants, has immune fighting properties, and is a good source of iron, magnesium and zinc. Taking raw honey daily can greatly affect the overall health of your body.

FAQ

What is the best coconut oil to use for granola?

Unrefined, cold pressed coconut oil is a good choice to use when making granola. I use Kirkland brand organic coconut oil. Always make sure to add melted coconut oil to a granola recipe, otherwise it will not incorporate into the oat mixture very evenly.

When should coconut flakes be added to granola?

Coconut flakes should be added to granola in the mixing phase with the other main ingredients. Then bake as directed in the recipe.

What kind of coconut flakes should be used for granola?

Unsweetened coconut flakes are the best choice if you want to avoid excess sugar and processed ingredients. You can add additional sweetener of choice to the granola recipe if you are concerned that it won't be sweet enough. 

Can I substitute with other oils?

Avocado oil and butter are the best alternatives for flavor and health benefits. You could use canola oil, which isn't a healthy option, or olive oil, which has a very strong flavor that may negatively affect the taste of your granola.

How do I store homemade granola?

Store in an airtight container, plastic ziplock bag, mason jar or any type of storage container you prefer.

Can you freeze granola?

Yes, you can freeze homemade coconut granola. Simply make sure it is in an airtight container. See below for further reference.

Tips for making coconut oil granola

• If using add-ins like dried fruit, raisins and chocolate chips, they should be added after baking the granola, otherwise, they will either melt or become tough and dried out, depending on the item.
• You don't need to use sprouted oats. Old-fashioned rolled oats work fine, just aren't as healthy.
• Do not over-stir the granola during the baking process. The less it is stirred the more crunchy it will get. 
• Allow the granola to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a storage container.

Granola serving ideas

Some delicious ways to enjoy granola are with:

• Yogurt
• Milk (regular milk or a dairy free alternative like almond milk or coconut milk are all great choices)
• Smoothie bowl
• Fresh fruit 
• Fresh berries
• Ice cream
• Added to homemade trail mix
• Added to muffin batter

Tools you may need

Large mixing bowl

Measuring cups and spoons

2 9x13 pans

How to make coconut oil granola

Ingredients:

4 cups sprouted rolled oats

1½ cups chopped nuts or seeds

⅔ cup shredded coconut

½ teaspoon sea salt

1 tablespoon cinnamon

⅔ cup coconut oil, melted

⅓ cup maple syrup or honey

2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Combine rolled oats, nuts/seeds, coconut, salt and cinnamon in a large bowl.

Melt and stir coconut oil, honey/maple syrup, and vanilla in a saucepan over low heat.

Pour wet ingredients into the large bowl and mix until all dry ingredients are coated. 

Line two 9x13 pans with parchment paper and divide the oat mixture evenly between the two pans. Spread in an even layer in the pans.

Bake for 21 minutes, stirring every 7 minutes.

How to store coconut oil granola

Allow to cool completely before packaging. Store sealed in a container or bag at room temperature or in the freezer in freezer-safe glass containers or jars, or in plastic freezer bags. Label with the name and date.

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