Quinoa granola recipe

So, you may be thinking what’s in this loaded quinoa granola recipe? It has oats, raw quinoa, coconut, nuts, raisins and dried cranberries. It is coated in maple syrup, almond butter, oil and a few seasonings. This granola makes the best snack or breakfast option. Top it over some greek yogurt and bam you have an easy protein packed breakfast. Also, you can enjoy this quinoa granola as dessert. Add some chocolate chips to make it a sweet treat. Keep reading to find out why you’ll love this recipe.

• This granola is made with wholesome ingredients like oats and quinoa.
• Quinoa granola can be made gluten free with gluten free oats.
• This recipe can be enjoyed on top of yogurt as a healthy breakfast.
• It is loaded with nuts, raisins, dried cranberries and coconut.
• The raw quinoa makes this granola extra crunchy.
• This recipe makes large snacking clusters.

Ingredients in this quinoa granola recipe

This recipe calls for three cups of oats. Feel free to use whole oats, quick oats, or gluten free oats.

Next up, one half cup of raw quinoa. Raw quinoa adds so much nutrition and crunch!

Unsweetened shredded coconut for flavor and texture.

Raisins and dried cranberries for added flavor and sweetness.

Almonds and cashews are the nuts we are working with. Both of these nuts add so much crunch and flavor.

Pure maple syrup for added natural sweetness and to help coat the granola.

Also, almond butter helps to coat the granola and adds lots of flavor.

The last liquid to coat the granola is oil, or butter. Both options work well. If you’re using oil, make sure to use a neutral tasting oil that won’t overpower with flavor.

Lastly, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt add so much flavor!

Kitchen items

This recipe calls for kitchen equipment you already have on hand. Along with the items below you will need a set of measuring cups and measuring spoons.

• Large baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Small pot
• Large mixing bowl
• Small mixing bowl
• Mixing spoon or spatula

How to make this recipe

Follow the steps below to make this granola with quinoa.

STEP 1

Firstly, preheat your oven to 300 degrees and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

STEP 2

Secondly, combine all the dry ingredients in a large bowl: Oats, quinoa, coconut, raisins, almonds, cashews, cinnamon and salt. Mix and set aside.

STEP 3

In medium bowl whisk together all the wet ingredients: Maple syrup, almond butter, oil, cinnamon and salt.

STEP 4

Now pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Fold the mixture until all the dry ingredients are coated.

STEP 5

Now pour the granola onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

STEP 6

Bake at 300 for 20 minutes. Turn the oven off but leave the granola in the oven for an hour. Remove the granola from the oven and let it sit for another hour or so until it fully cools. Once the granola is fully cooled, break it into clusters and enjoy!

How to serve

Eat this granola on its own. Since this recipe makes large snacking clusters you can simply eat it on its own.

Drizzle almond butter on top. To add extra almond butter flavor and healthy fats, drizzle some creamy almond butter (or peanut butter or sun butter) on top of your serving.

Serve it over greek yogurt. Grab a bowl, add your favorite yogurt and add granola on top.

Sprinkle granola on top of a smoothie. Smoothies and granola make a great combination. Make your favorite smoothie (or try this Strawberry Banana Smoothie or this Apple Cinnamon Smoothie) and add this granola on top.

Lastly, make a smoothie bowl. To take things to the next level, add a smoothie to a bowl and top it with all the goodies: granola, fresh berries, banana, nuts, seeds and almond butter.

How to store

Once the granola has fully cooled and is broken up into clusters, store it in an airtight container in the fridge. It can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks (if it’s not all gone by then lol!).

Frequently asked questions

Can I add in other nuts?

Yes! While this recipe calls for cashews and almonds, you can definitely use other types of nuts and seeds. Walnuts, pecans, or sun flower seeds are three other options you can add in!

Is this granola gluten free?

You can make this granola gluten free by using certified gluten free oats. Everything else in this recipe is said to be gluten free!

Can I use peanut butter?

This recipe calls for 1/4 cup of almond butter but you can definitely use peanut butter instead. Please note that using peanut butter will create a peanut butter flavor in these oats. Almond butter is much more neutral tasting when added into this recipe. You can also use cashew butter or sunflower seed butter.

Can I omit the coconut?

Yes, if you aren’t a fan of coconut feel free to omit it from this recipe. Add in a few more nuts or another mix in of you choice.

Other granola recipes you’ll love

Here are some other granola recipes you’re going to love.

The Most Delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola

The Best Cluster Granola

Peanut Butter and Jelly Chex Mix Granola

Monster Cookie Granola Recipe

Maple Walnut Granola

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Loaded Quinoa Granola Recipe

This quinoa granola recipe is a fun twist on traditional granola. This recipe is made from a mixture of oats, quinoa, dried fruit, nuts and seeds. It is coated in a maple syrup and almond butter mixture giving it the best flavor and crunch!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword granola with quinoa, quinoa granola, quinoa granola recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 2 hours hours

Servings 12

Calories 337kcal

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 3 cups oats
• ½ cup raw quinoa
• ½ cup shredded coconut
• ½ cup raisins
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup almonds
• ½ cup cashews

Wet Ingredients

• ½ cup maple syrup
• ¼ cup almond butter
• ¼ cup oil or melted butter
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp salt

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 300 degrees and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Combine all the dry ingredients in a large bowl: Oats, quinoa, coconut, raisins, almonds, cashews, cinnamon and salt. Mix and set aside.
• In medium bowl whisk together all the wet ingredients: Maple syrup, almond butter, oil, cinnamon and salt.
• Now pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Fold the mixture until all the dry ingredients are coated.
• Now pour the granola onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Bake at 300 for 30 minutes. Turn the oven off but leave the granola in the oven for an hour. Remove the granola from the oven and let it sit for another hour or so until it fully cools.
• Finally, once the granola is fully cooled, break it into clusters and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 104mg | Potassium: 337mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 2mg

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