Baked Oatmeal Raisin Vegan Granola
Crunchy clusters of rolled oats, nuts, coconut chips, and raisins bound with maple syrup and coconut oil. Flavored with cinnamon and ground flaxseed, this gluten-free granola bakes low and slow until deep golden, then cools into shards for cereal or snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups nuts, roughly chopped
- 1 cup unsweetened raw coconut chips
- ½ cup gluten free rolled oatsregular rolled oats1:1
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- ¼ cup golden ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon(optional)
- ¼ teaspoon salt(optional)
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- ¾ cup raisins
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a medium or large baking sheet with parchment paper or greased foil.
- 2
Combine nuts, coconut chips, rolled oats, ground flaxseed, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Stir until well mixed.
- 3
Add melted coconut oil and maple syrup. Stir and fold with a rubber spatula until well combined.
- 4
Pour mixture onto prepared baking sheet. Press down firmly with a rubber spatula to create an even, flat, tightly-packed layer about 1/2 inch thick. Nudge the center apart slightly to allow air circulation.
- 5
Bake for 20 minutes. Rotate baking sheet and bake for 18-22 minutes more until deep golden brown.
- 6
Place baking sheet on cooling rack. Cool for about 30 minutes until completely cool and firm.
- 7
Break into clusters and serve.
Tips
Do not flip or move granola while baking and cooling to ensure crispness.
Dividing the granola layer in the center allows air circulation for even crispness.
Break into clusters only after completely cooled and firmed.
Good to Know
Transfer cooled granola to an airtight container. Stores up to 2 weeks at room temperature.
Prepare through step 3 and refrigerate up to 1 day before baking. Or bake completely and store clusters in airtight containers.
Serve with plant-based milk, yogurt, or as a snack straight from the jar.
Common Mistakes
Do not skip the cooling period to avoid a fragile, crumbly texture.
Do not flip or stir during baking to avoid losing the clustered structure.
Substitutions
Vegan Options
General Alternatives
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