Large Batch High-Protein Granola

Loaded with nuts and seeds, this large batch high-protein granola is a staple in our house. it’s sooo good, super easy to make and healthy, too. 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.

Here’s everything you’ll need to make this high-protein granola

• Old-fashioned rolled oats
• Raw almonds
• Raw pecans or walnuts
• Raisins or dried cranberries
• Unsweetened coconut
• Pumpkin seeds
• Sunflower seeds
• Hemp seeds
• Ground flaxseed
• Ground cinnamon
• Extra-virgin olive oil (sub coconut or avocado oil)
• Almond or peanut butter
• Honey or maple syrup
• Vanilla

How this large batch 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.

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!

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Large Batch High-Protein Granola

Crunchy, so tasty and super easy to make. This high-protein granola is refined sugar free, made with loads of nuts and seeds then toasted up until golden. The perfect pairing for Greek yogurt, overnight oats, fresh fruit or smoothie bowls… the possibilities are endless!

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Prep Time:15 minutes mins

Cook Time:30 minutes mins

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Keyword: granola, high-protein, large batch, nuts and seeds

Servings: 12 servings or about 10 cups

Equipment

• Parchment paper
• Baking sheet
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Measuring set
• Small sauce pan

Ingredients

• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup raw almonds roughly chopped
• ½ cup raw pecans or 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 ground 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

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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 sheet(s) 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.