Nut-Free Nutty Granola

Start your morning with a delightful crunch by whipping up this Nut-Free Nutty Granola, the perfect breakfast or snack for nut-free households! Packed with wholesome ingredients like old-fashioned rolled oats, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and crispy rice cereal, this recipe brings all the nutty flavor without using any nuts, making it ideal for those with allergies. Sweetened naturally with honey and brown sugar and spiced with a hint of cinnamon, this granola is baked to golden perfection for a satisfying, crunchy texture. Toss in chewy dried cranberries or raisins for a pop of sweetness that complements every bite. Whether you enjoy it with milk, yogurt, or as an on-the-go snack, this homemade granola is an easy, family-friendly recipe that’s ready in just under 45 minutes and keeps fresh for up to two weeks. Perfect for meal prep or anytime munching!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 4 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup Sunflower seeds
• 1 cup Pumpkin seeds
• 1 cup Crispy rice cereal
• 0.5 cup Shredded coconut
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Canola or vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 1 cup Dried cranberries or raisins

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, crispy rice cereal, shredded coconut, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir them together until well mixed.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over low heat, add the canola or vegetable oil and honey. Stir frequently until the mixture is smooth and just warmed through.

Step 4

Remove the oil and honey mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Pour the warm liquid mixture over the dry ingredients in the bowl. Stir everything together until the dry ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 6

Spread the granola mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting, until the granola is golden brown and fragrant.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Once cool, stir in the dried cranberries or raisins.

Step 10

Transfer the granola to an airtight container for storage. It will keep for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1260 grams (1260.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5868

Total Fat 314.70g	403%
Saturated Fat 55.00g	275%
Polyunsaturated Fat 76.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2020mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 701.40g	255%
Dietary Fiber 73.20g	261%
Total Sugars 317.40g
Protein 122.10g	244%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 459mg	35%
Iron 47mg	263%
Potassium 4155mg	88%

*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: 46.2%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 45.8%