Granola is one of those things that seems healthy on the surface, yet when we read the label we realize it’s often packed with things we’d rather not have like loads of sugar, tons of carbs, empty calories etc. That doesn’t mean I don’t love it though, so I decided to make my own.
Because I am gluten- and soy-free for thyroid health, I decided to make a grain-free, high-protein version.
I gathered a mixture of my favorite nuts and seeds. Then I heated up a blend of almond butter, honey and coconut oil. This would serve as the “binder” to hold the nut/seed clusters together. Oh and I added some protein powder to said binder. Because who doesn’t need more protein?
I combined everything then turned it all out onto a silicone-lined baking sheet and popped it in the oven. Super simple. When it’s done, allow it to cool completely and you’re good to go!
Just store it in an airtight container and it’s wonderful as a quick breakfast or snack.
I super love to sprinkle it atop plain Greek yogurt with a drizzle of honey and a dash of cinnamon. The high protein content keeps me satisfied.
Grain-Free High-Protein Cinnamon-Almond Granola
Here’s how you make it:
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- ¼C Nut Butter of your choice, I used Almond Butter
- ¼C Honey or Maple Syrup
- 2T Coconut Oil
- 2C Nuts (I used sliced almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and unsweetened coconut)
- 1 Scoop Protein Powder
- 2T Chia Seeds
- 2T Ground Flaxseed
- 1t Cinnamon
- ¼t Salt
- Put all dry ingredients in a mixing bowl to combine.
- Heat nut butter, honey and coconut oil over medium heat and stir until combined.
- Pour the nut butter mixture over the dry ingredients and blend until well combined.
- Turn mixture out onto a greased baking sheet, or use a silicone baking mat.
- Bake at 325F for 8 minutes
- Remove granola from the oven and mix
- Return to the oven to bake an additional 8 minutes
- Remove from oven and allow granola to cool completely
Try some of my other recipes
Cherry-Apricot Collagen Granola
Pumpkin-Spice Protein Muffins
Gluten-Free Gingerbread Protein Waffles
Ever made your own granola? What’s your go-to breakfast or healthy snack?
This looks and sound delish! I love to make my own granola-so much healthier. My problem is trying not to eat it all! Thanks for the great recipe
Thanks Marcia, pinned it! I’m always looking for healthy snacks and I like to put granola in my yogurt so it’s a win win. 😊
Loving the big chunks!
I have a salted caramel bone broth protein that needs to be used and think this would be perfect. Thank you for linking up and sharing.
Wow, that is high protein! Sounds delicious. Homemade granola is one of those classic healthy hippie things to do, but I think I’ve only done it once….