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No Sugar Granola

A delightful crunchy granola recipe sweetened naturally with fruits and spices, perfect for breakfast or snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup mixed nuts e.g., almonds, walnuts, pecans
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup optional for additional sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dried fruits e.g., raisins, cranberries, or apricots - optional

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, mixed nuts, shredded coconut, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Add applesauce and vanilla extract to the dry mixture and stir until well combined.
  5. Spread the granola mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  7. If using dried fruits, mix them in once the granola is out of the oven and cooled slightly.
  8. Allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring to an airtight container.

Notes

Great for topping yogurt, smoothie bowls, or just snacking.