Crunchy Coconut Granola with Less Sugar

Name: Crunchy Coconut Granola with Less Sugar
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 6 tbsp coconut oil; 500 g mixed rolled grains, such as oats and rye; 100 g coconut flakes; 100 g dried fruit, cut into smaller pieces if large, we used dried cranberries and apricots; 100 g mixed nuts, roughly chopped, we used almonds and hazelnuts; 100 g mixed seeds, we used pumpkin and sunflower; 2–3 tbsp pure maple syrup, or to taste; 1 tsp vanilla extract

A crunchy, lightly sweetened granola made with coconut oil, flakes, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit – perfect for a healthy breakfast.

Prep10 min
Cook15 min
Total25 min
DifficultyEasy
Servings4

This homemade granola is a far cry from the sugary store-bought versions. By using natural sweeteners like maple syrup and dried fruit, we've cut the sugar dramatically while keeping all the crunch and flavor.

It's packed with low-GI ingredients like rolled grains, nuts, and seeds, which help keep your energy steady throughout the morning. Enjoy it over yogurt, with milk, or sprinkled on fruit.

Ingredients

Servings 4

⅓ cup coconut oil
1 ⅛ lb mixed rolled grains, such as oats and rye
3 ½ oz coconut flakes
3 ½ oz dried fruit, cut into smaller pieces if large, we used dried cranberries and apricots
3 ½ oz mixed nuts, roughly chopped, we used almonds and hazelnuts
3 ½ oz mixed seeds, we used pumpkin and sunflower
2–3 tbsp pure maple syrup, or to taste
1 tsp vanilla extract

Converted amounts are rounded.

Method

Preheat the oven to 350°F/fan300°F/gas 3½. In a small saucepan, gently warm the coconut oil until it melts and becomes pourable. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large bowl, mix together all the dry ingredients. In a separate small bowl, stir the maple syrup and vanilla into the melted coconut oil.
Pour the coconut oil mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well with your hands, lifting and tossing until everything is lightly coated. Taste and add more maple syrup if you like.
Line four baking sheets with parchment paper and spread the granola evenly in a single layer on each (or use two sheets and bake in batches). Avoid overcrowding for even baking.
Bake for 15 minutes, stirring gently halfway through. Keep an eye on it after 10 minutes to prevent burning.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the granola cool completely. Transfer to an airtight container and serve over yogurt or poached fruit.

💡 Tips

Use a large baking sheet to avoid overcrowding, which helps the granola get crunchy.
Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Feel free to swap the dried fruit and nuts with your favorites.

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Inspired by a recipe from Delicious Magazine

Crunchy Coconut Granola with Less Sugar

Ingredients

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