This homemade nut-free granola recipe is incredibly tasty and a budget-friendly alternative to store-bought granola. It’s perfect for breakfast (e.g. sprinkled over yogurt, oatmeal) or as a crunchy snack! This muesli is not only nut-free, but it’s also gluten-free, vegan (dairy-free), oil-free, refined sugar-free, healthy, and easy to make!
The Best Nut-Free Granola Recipe
Are you tired of paying the crazy price for store-bought granola? Or does it contain ingredients you can’t eat because you have different food allergies? Don’t worry because I have a great allergy-friendly recipe for homemade granola for you. It’s not only cheaper than granola from the store but also much healthier. And if you think it’s complicated to make homemade granola, then I will show you that it’s the opposite!
Why should you try this homemade muesli?
- It contains simple ingredients, which you can buy in every supermarket.
- It’s suitable for celiacs, vegans, and people with nut-allergies.
- This muesli is ready in less than 30 minutes and can be prepared in one bowl.
- It can be stored for up to 4 weeks.
Simple Ingredients
The recipe contains wholesome plant-based ingredients which you probably already have at home! The main ingredient is rolled oats. You have to use certified gluten-free oats if you are a celiac. The other ingredients are dried fruits, shredded unsweetened coconut, sunflower seeds, sunflower seed butter, and maple syrup. I also added some spices to make this homemade nut-free granola even more flavorful and delicious!
How To Make Nut-Free Granola?
Never made granola at home? You really should, because homemade granola is healthier than store-bought granola. It’s also budget-friendly and very easy to make. The preparation time is just 10 minutes.
All you need to do is mix all ingredients together in a big bowl, spread it on a lined baking sheet and bake the granola in the oven. Done!
Please read the recipe card below for the full ingredients list, measurements, complete recipe method, and nutritional information.
Air Fryer Granola
First, line your air fryer basket with parchment paper (or use a silicone basket liner). Then, spread a thin layer (bout ¼-inch) of the homemade granola mixture over it (cook in batches if needed), press down with a spatula to create an even layer, and air fry at 325F/160C for 8-12 mins, flipping it at 5 minutes. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes in the basket before removing it to cool completely.
How to store?
You can freeze it for up to 3 months. However, you can also store it in airtight containers (in a cool and dark spot) for up to 4 weeks.
The recipe is:
- Gluten-free
- Vegan (dairy-free)
- Refined sugar-free
- Oil-free
- Much healthier than store-bought granola
- Crispy
- Crunchy
- Quick and easy to make with simple ingredients
- Great for breakfast or as a snack
Useful Tips For This Nut-Free Granola:
- Use your favorite dried fruit, for example, cranberries, mango, dates, plums, mulberries, raisins, apricots, goji berries, etc.
- Want to make chocolate granola? Simply add 1/4 cup cocoa powder and increase the liquid sweetener to taste. You can also add dairy-free chocolate chips after baking!
- Toss the granola and press it down with a spatula after 1o minutes of baking to get delicious clusters. Let cool completely without touching it.
- To make the recipe paleo-friendly, leave out the oats and increase the amount of shredded unsweetened coconut, and sunflower seeds. You could also add pepitas (pumpkin seeds).
- Store in airtight containers, in a cool & dry spot, for up to 4 weeks.
- This nut-free granola is a wonderful homemade gift. Double the batch and gift a jar to a friend.
Should you make this easy homemade nut-free granola recipe, please leave a comment below. Also, don’t forget to tag me in your Instagram or Facebook post with @elavegan and use #elavegan because I love to see your remakes! Definitely also check out my Breakfast Granola Cups which are currently my favorite sweet treat. You can also have a look at these soft and chewy Granola Bars!
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- Best Banana Milkshake
- Apple Crepes With Cinnamon
- Apple Crisp Without Oats
- Vegan Baked Banana Oatmeal
- The Best Vegan Waffles
Nut-Free Granola
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups (220 g) rolled oats gluten-free if needed
- ½ cup (70 g) sunflower seeds (see notes)
- ½ heaped cup (50 g) shredded unsweetened coconut (see notes)
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ⅓ tsp sea salt
- ⅓ tsp cardamom (optional)
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup dried fruit (see notes)
- ¼ cup + 1 Tbsp (100 g) maple syrup (see notes)
- ¼ cup (60 g) sunflower seed butter (see notes)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- You can watch the video in the post for visual instructions.Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius).
- Add all dry ingredients into a big bowl and stir with a spoon.
- Next, add dried fruit of choice (check the recipe notes below for options), maple syrup, sunflower seed butter, and vanilla extract. Stir with a spoon until all dry ingredients are coated and everything is well mixed.
- Transfer the mixture onto the lined baking sheet and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Then gently press the stirred granola down with a wooden spoon (or spatula) so that it sticks together.
- Check after 16-18 minutes if the granola is already lightly brown. Watch it closely, to avoid burning. Remove the baking sheet from the oven.
- Let it cool completely without touching it. Once it gets cooler, the granola will crisp up. Store in air-tight containers.
- Enjoy your homemade nut-free granola with plant-based milk, or use it to make these delicious GRANOLA CUPS.
Notes
- You can use pepitas (pumpkin seeds) if you are allergic to coconut.
- You can use nuts of choice (if not nut-free) instead of sunflower seeds.
- Dried fruit: I used 1/4 cup raisins, 1/4 cup chopped apricots, 1/4 cup white mulberries, 1/4 cup dried goji berries. Feel free to use any dried fruit of choice, e.g. cranberries, chopped dates, mango, etc.
- You can use agave syrup or rice malt syrup instead of maple syrup.
- You can use nut butter of choice (e.g. cashew butter, coconut butter, almond butter, etc.) if not nut-free.
- If you love granola, you might also love these Chocolate Granola Bars.
- The recipe makes 12 servings (1/3 cup each). Nutrition facts are for one serving.
- Check the blog post for the air fryer method.
Nutrition information is an estimate and has been calculated automatically
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Delicious recipe!
Hi Katy, I am glad you liked it. 🙂
I have made this recipe now 4 times and it honestly is THE BEST. My daughter has the severe nut allergy and so I can make this for her with confidence that it’s safe , and also healthier and definitely tastier! It’s so simple as well. This recipe was my first time making homemade granola and I won’t be using any other recipe because it’s just so good. Thank you. I’m glad I discovered this!
I am so glad you liked it! Thanks for your fabulous feedback! 🙂
Hello Michaela, Thank you for this recipe, you saved my day! That seems a bit exaggerated but it’s not…^^ I had this healthy muffins recipe planned that looked awesome and that I had pinned for months, and, although the recipe clearly lacked detailed (unlike a good recipe) I decided to give it a go and fill the blanks with my ‘guts’. Even so it didn’t turned out well, so quickly I grabbed your granola recipe that was on my ‘healthy snacks’ list, and it worked out as you told. I only used oats, pecans, cinnamon, salt, maple syrup and almond butter, and it was enough to work out. Thanks!
I am glad it turned out great! Thanks for your feedback, Eva. 🙂
There were cups in the pin picture. Was that something you made with the granola? They looked yummy!
Hi Esther, yes, the granola cups are linked in the blog post. Here is the recipe: https://elavegan.com/breakfast-granola-cups/
Hope this helps. 🙂
Could you make it without any sweetener or Is that what holds it together mostly?
Yes, it does hold it together, so I wouldn’t skip the liquid sweetener. If you use more oil, you could use less sweetener though. 🙂
I loved this recipe but the raisins were super dry and hard – like hard enough to break a tooth! My son said i was supposed to put dried fruit in after the granola bakes – any suggestions?
Hello Joanne! I am glad you loved the recipe. So sorry to hear about the issue with the raisins. I didn’t have the problem but you can definitely add them after baking, that’s totally fine. 🙂
I have histamine intolerance and am learning how to make a variety of things myself. I really need to control what I’m consuming. Your recipe is EXACTLY what I was looking for! Super excited to make this! Much appreciation for sharing 🙂
My pleasure, Kat! I am glad my recipes are helpful. 🙂
Is there any way to reduce the calories of this to around 100-150
Only if you reduce the coconut or sunflower seeds.
can I use honey in place of the maple syrup?
Any liquid sweetener is fine. 🙂
Never thought that homemade granola is so easy. Plus it tastes much better than bought in supermarket. My new hit in the kitchen! Thanks for the recipe.
That’s wonderful! Thanks so much for your comment. 🙂
Tried your recipe today (finally). Found sunflowerseedbutter at an organic supermarket (germany). Added 2 tbsp of raw cocoa powder and its freaaaaaaking delicious. Thanks for sharing your recipe!
You are very welcome, Britta! I am glad you enjoyed the recipe. 🙂
Doing it in 1…2…3!
Hope you liked the recipe, Keren! 🙂
What would count as a serving size? One cup?
It’s mentioned in the recipe notes: Recipe makes 12 servings (1/3 cup each). Nutrition facts are for one serving.
Such a wonderful and easily adaptable granola recipe! Thank you so much! Made two versions, cherry, blueberry, mango and pear with almond butter and a low salicylate version for my Mom with cashew nut butter, pear and no coconut. Both tasted really wonderful!
These combinations sound really amazing! Thanks for your great feedback, Sam! 🙂
Love the granola another great recipe, I had mulberries, jumbo raisins in mine. I also made The granola cups with it.
Sounds absolutely fantastic! Thanks for your review, Caroline! 🙂
This looks so tasty Ela – thanks for sharing! I LOVE that you’ve added ginger to this granola – I think that will give it real warmth and spice. Can’t wait to have a go at making it.
Yes, I love ginger! I hope you will like the recipe, Laura. 🙂
Ohhh I love granola so much and it’s so versatile! Your recipe looks really good and crunchy 🙂
Thank you, Nolwenn! Yes, it’s crunchy and tasty. I hope you will give it a try. 🙂
Looks so crunchy and delicious! ? love homemade granola ❤️ Will try it with dried fruits too! ?
Thank you, Bianca! Homemade granola is so much better than store-bought granola right! ?