Large Batch High-Protein Granola
Published: February 28, 2024.
This large batch Homemade Healthy Granola recipe is a staple in our house. Loaded with nuts and seeds, it’s so good and healthy, too. And it’s super easy make – all you have to do is mix, bake, store and enjoy!
If you’ve never tried making your own granola you’re in for a real treat. This is my go-to basic recipe that I always have in my kitchen. It gets its protein from nutrient-rich nuts and seeds, which also makes it extra crunchy and filling. It’s the kind of recipe that not only tastes good, it makes you feel good, too, because you know every single ingredient that goes into it.
How This Homemade High-Protein Granola Differs From Regular Granola
Unlike most granola, this recipe is higher in fibre and plant-based protein and contains no refined sugars or additives. If you’re able to buy the ingredients in bulk, this budget-friendly, large batch recipe also costs less than its store-bought counterparts and you can have it ready in under an hour.
Here’s What’s in It
This healthy homemade granola is made with simple ingredients that make it easy to keep it both vegan and gluten free. Made with naturally gluten free rolled oats and lots of nutrient-rich nuts and seeds, dried fruit and nut butter, it’s flavoured with cinnamon and vanilla and sweetened with either honey or maple syrup.
Tips For Making Granola That Clumps
The key to getting those chunks is to bake it at a lower temperature then let it cool COMPLETELY before breaking it up. I also recommend baking it on parchment sheets. This makes it easier to lift from the pan, the pans are easier to clean and the sheets can even be reused later.
This high-protein granola recipe is incredibly versatile and completely customizable allowing you to use whatever ingredients you have on hand. It’s delicious on its own in a bowl with some milk or a take it with you in a grab-and-go snack container.
And if you want a delicious high-protein breakfast or mid-day snack that almost feels like you’re cheating, add it to some Greek yogurt, overnight chia oats, fresh fruit or your favourite smoothie bowl. You’ll be so glad you did.
Large Batch High-Protein Granola
Makes 12 servings or about 10 cups. Prep time 15 minutes, cook time 30 minutes.
Ingredients:
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup raw almonds, roughly chopped
½ cup raw pecans or raw walnuts, chopped
½ cup raisins or dried cranberries
½ cup unsweetened coconut
½ cup pumpkin seeds
½ cup sunflower seeds
¼ cup hemp seeds
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
1½ teaspoons cinnamon
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil (sub coconut or avocado oil)
½ cup almond or peanut butter
½ cup honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 300ºF (150ºC) and prepare 1-2 parchment-lined baking sheets.
In a large bowl, stir together oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, coconut, flaxseed and cinnamon.
In a small saucepan over low heat, whisk together the nut butter, honey, oil and vanilla until combined and it’s just starting to bubble, about 4-5 minutes.
Pour nut butter mixture over dry ingredients and stir until well-coated.
Spread evenly into baking sheets and bake for 30 minutes, rotating baking sheets halfway through, until golden brown.
Remove from oven and let cool completely (the granola will harden as it cools) before breaking up and transferring to storage containers.
Notes:
Storage: Granola will keep well in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 3 weeks.
