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Cashew coconut granola in a serving container.
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Cashew Coconut Granola - Gluten-Free and Vegan

This gluten-free and vegan cashew coconut granola is perfect as a breakfast topping for a morning yogurt or smoothie, or add it to a bag for a quick on-the-go snack.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time28 minutes
Resting Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 33 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: JENNIFER GAMBLE

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Gluten-free rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup agave
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup roasted unsalted cashews
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  • In a large mixing bowl, toss together the 3 cups Gluten-free rolled oats, 1/2 cup roasted unsalted cashews, and a 1/2 teaspoon sea salt.
    cashews, oats, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  • Melt 1/4 cup coconut oil and whisk it with 1/4 cup agave and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pour this mixture over the dry ingredients, ensuring everything is well-coated.
    coconut oil, agave, and vanilla added to the mixing bowl with the oat mixture.
  • Spread the granola mixture evenly on your prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, then stir and continue baking for another 10 minutes.
    Granola mixture spread on a parchment lined baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle 1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut over the granola and bake for an additional 3 minutes to get it lightly toasted and fragrant.
    Shredded coconut sprinkled over the toasted granola to be baked further.
  • Allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet. This step is crucial as it helps the granola achieve its characteristic crunch.
    Granola in a container, ready to serve.

Notes

Watch the Oven: Keep an eye on your granola, especially after adding the coconut, to prevent burning.
Storage Solutions: Store your granola in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it crisp. It should stay fresh for up to two weeks.
Add in different seeds such as hemp seeds, chia seeds, or ground flaxseeds for additional nutritional value.

Nutrition

Calories: 981kcal | Carbohydrates: 138g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 308mg | Potassium: 783mg | Fiber: 20g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 9mg