Simple Homemade Superfood GRANOLA! (GF, V friendly)

Granola is one of those things that once I open a bag, I can’t stop until I eat every last crumb. Can anyone else relate? I can’t even begin to tell you how many times my sweet tooth has gotten the best of me, losing a fight to granola that truthfully, isn’t the cleanest. SO, I decided to take matters into my own hands, satisfy my cravings, and create the best simple healthy granola I could think of!

Remember back in September when I went to California with California Prunes? That trip seriously left an impression on me, and prunes have become a regular part of my nutrition. I honestly LOVE eating them at night as a “dessert” or in the morning by adding them to my smoothies or eating plain. I think they taste amazing (I love the natural sweetness) and they definitely aid in digestion, too. [list more benefits?]

Creating my own granola with California Prunes seemed like the perfect way to combine my nutritional needs and cravings, so I combined the two to create a Gluten-free and vegan (if swapping honey for maple), fiber-rich, Superfood Granola.

Making this granola made me realize how easy it is! It required one pan, about 30 minutes total, saves you money, and you get to enjoy it warm out of the oven. Knowing all of the ingredients it contains always puts my mind at ease, too. I loved seeing it turn golden brown and wow my kitchen smelled amazing. Baked prunes are honestly heavenly, too.

I made a big batch to enjoy throughout the week (even while Social Distancing, I like to have food prepped and on-hand!) I ate it plain, with almond milk (like cereal) and my favorite — adding it to smoothies. I love adding a scoop to the bottom of my glass or mason jar, then using a spoon to scoop it out when it’s nice and soggy at the end. It’s like hidden treasure at the bottom, trust me. This would also be an amazing topping for yogurt! Another plus, it would make a great gift idea! Place it in a mason jar with a ribbon, and viola!

I think you guys are going to love this one! Recipe below. Tag me when you try it. 🙂

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Simple Homemade Superfood Granola (GF, V)

Homemade Vegan, Gluten-free granola. So easy, fresh, and made with natural sweetener! A great addition to smoothies or to eat as a snack.

Keyword

baked goods

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Passive Time

10 minutes (cooling)

Servings

servings

Ingredients

• 3 cups gluten-free rolled oats
• 1/2-3/4 cup chopped California Prunes
• 2 tbsp ground flax seed
• 1 tbsp chia seed
• 1 tbsp hemp seed
• 1/4 cup raw almods
• 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/4 cup coconut chips I mixed chips with flakes!
• 2 tbsp virgin coconut oil microwaved for 1 minute on medium level power
• 1/4 cup honey could sub for maple, but i prefer honey

Keyword baked goods Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 20 minutes Passive Time 10 minutes (cooling) Servings servings Ingredients 3 cups gluten-free rolled oats 1/2-3/4 cup chopped California Prunes 2 tbsp ground flax seed 1 tbsp chia seed 1 tbsp hemp seed 1/4 cup raw almods 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds 1/4 cup coconut chips I mixed chips with flakes! 2 tbsp virgin coconut oil microwaved for 1 minute on medium level power 1/4 cup honey could sub for maple, but i prefer honey

Instructions

1. Pre-heat oven to 300. Spray baking sheet with coconut oil spray
2. Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl
3. Melt coconut oil in microwave for 1 minute on medium power
4. Add the hot coconut water and 1/4 cup honey to the mixcture and stir
5. Using a spatula, flatten on the baking sheet so it's evenly distributed
6. Bake for 20 minutes on 300, mixing halfway to ensure it browns all over
7. Let cool for 10 minutes before enjoying
8. Store in a mason jar. Best consumed within 1 week!

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