Sugar Free Granola

Want to make sugar-free granola? It’s actually very easy! In this recipe, I give you the option to mix in a mashed banana, but you can also leave it out if you want a completely sugar-free granola.

Making Sugar-Free Granola

I received quite a lot of requests for a true sugar-free granola. Most granolas that claim to be sugar free still have loads of honey or similar so I wanted to make something that was truly without any added sugars.

So I went into the kitchen to develop a sugar-free granola. The result is delicious!

Recipe Ingredients

For making this healthy granola recipe you will need the following ingredients. Make sure to double check the exact quantities in the recipe card below.

• oats – I like to use old-fashioned rolled oats instead of quick oats for this recipe. I find it gives the best crunch
• nuts – I picked a mixture of equal amounts of pecans and almonds, but you could easily pick other nuts such as hazelnuts, cashews or whatever else you like
• seeds – I used a mix of both sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds. You can also add some chia seeds if you want. Great for extra fiber
• cinnamon – optional but I love a bit of extra cinnamon. Another option is to add gingerbread spices
• coconut oil – I went with melted coconut oil for this homemade granola as I find the coconut oil mimics the binding effect which would normally be done by the sugar or honey. Another oil can be used if you prefer
• raisins – the raisins are added after the roasting in the oven. Don’t add them right away as they will turn black in the oven
• salt – a tiny bit of salt will bring out the flavors of the other ingredients

Optional extra’s. If you want you can add a banana for a bit of sweetness. It will still be a low-sugar granola but it will also make the flavor a bit more like you would expect. Still a million miles less sweet than any store-bought granolas!

How To Make Sugar-Free Granola

Start by preheating the oven to 350˚F/180˚C (conventional oven). Prepare a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Take a large bowl and add all the ingredients except the rasins to it. Stir it through and add the melted coconut oil. Mix it well.

If you want to use a pureed banana, now would be the time to add that as well.

Spread out in a thin layer on the baking sheet and bake for about 15 to 20 minutes. Stir the mixture through halfway.

Let the granola cool down completely before adding in the raisins.

Storing Sugar-Free Granola

Once the granola is completely cooled down (this is important as it will turn soft if you add it to a container too soon!) you can store it in an airtight container for up to two weeks.

Can you freeze sugar-free granola?

Yes, granola does freeze really well. Add it to freezer bags and store that way for 3 to 6 months.

Granola with Milk or Yogurt?

You can enjoy granola with any type of dairy product for breakfast – it all depends on what you like best. Personally, I think this sugar-free granola tastes best with a bowl of Greek yogurt or quark and some fresh strawberries.

But you can also sprinkle it over a smoothie bowl and add additional fresh fruit for an even more complete breakfast. Check the below granola recipes as well

• Homemade coffee granola recipe
• Homemade granola