Low Carb Nutty Granola with Flax Meal and Hemp Hearts
This homemade granola combines flax meal and hemp hearts with chopped almonds and peanuts for a nutrient-dense, low-carb breakfast or snack. Sweetened lightly with coconut sugar and bound with peanut butter and ghee, it bakes to a satisfying crunch. The unique two-stage baking method creates perfect clusters while keeping the nuts from over-browning. Serve over yogurt, with milk alternatives, or enjoy by the handful for sustained energy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup flax meal
- ¼ cup hemp hearts
- 1 ½ cup raw almonds
- 1 ½ cup raw peanuts
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ cup gheecoconut oil1:1Equal substitution maintains texturedairy-freeFull guide →
- ⅓ cup natural peanut butteralmond butter1:1Similar binding properties
- 3 tablespoons coconut sugarerythritol1:2Reduce by half for keto-friendly versionFull guide →
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 300F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper
- 2
Combine the flax meal, hemp hearts, and vanilla in large bowl
- 3
Process the almonds and peanuts in food processor until chopped with some larger pieces and add to large bowl
- 4
Melt the ghee, peanut butter, and coconut sugar together in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring until combined and smooth
- 5
Pour peanut butter mixture into the large bowl and toss
- 6
Add the water and continue to toss until mixture begins to clump together
- 7
Spread mixture evenly on baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, stirring after 10 minutes
- 8
Stir the granola one more time, return baking sheet to oven, turn oven off and let sit for another 20 minutes
Tips
The two-stage baking method prevents over-browning while achieving perfect crispness - don't skip the second phase with the oven off
Stir every 10 minutes during the first bake to ensure even browning and prevent burning on the edges
Let granola cool completely before storing to maintain maximum crunchiness
Good to Know
Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks
Can be made up to 1 week ahead and stored in sealed container
Serve over yogurt, with milk alternatives, or eat as a snack
Common Mistakes
Don't skip stirring every 10 minutes to avoid burnt edges
Don't open oven door during the second 20-minute phase to maintain residual heat
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I make this without a food processor?
Yes, roughly chop the nuts with a knife, keeping some larger pieces for texture. The granola will be less uniform but equally delicious.
What if my granola isn't crispy enough after baking?
Return to 250F oven for 5-10 minutes more, watching carefully. Granola continues crisping as it cools completely.
How long does this granola keep fresh?
Stored in an airtight container at room temperature, it stays fresh and crispy for up to 2 weeks.