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Leigha's Fit & Fab Granola

A wholesome homemade gluten-free granola with a vegan option. A delicious start to any day.
Prep Time7 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fit granola homemade easy breakfast snacks

Ingredients

  • 4 cups old fashion oats Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Oats if needed
  • 1 cup coconut flakes
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup canola oil or coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup honey for a vegan substitute with brown rice syrup or pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 -1 Tbsp. cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 cup raisins or dried cranberries optional
  • 1/2 cup crushed nuts any variety

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients except canola oil, honey, and vanilla, in a large mixing bowl.
  • Mix canola oil, honey, and vanilla in a small bowl. Mix well and pour immediately over oat mixture.
  • Stir everything together really well, until the oat mixture is evenly coated with the honey mixture.
  • Pour granola onto a large baking sheet with edges prepared with a cooking spray.
  • Bake for 20 minutes stirring 2-3 times throughout.
  • Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature.
  • Break apart and store in jars or any airtight container.

Notes

To reduce weight watcher points use 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries, and leave out the nuts. This will make each 1/2 cup serving 5 points.
Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Rolled Oats