Easy homemade Honey Almond Butter Granola is super delicious, gluten-free & healthy too! Made from simple, wholesome ingredients and sweetened only with honey, this nutty granola has the perfect balance of sweetness, crunch, and protein. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or as a dessert topping.
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Crunchy Nut Granola
Granola is a popular snack that is tasty and packed with health benefits. If you're looking to switch up your usual routine, then honey almond butter granola is a delicious and nutritious option to try. It's made from simple, wholesome ingredients, including mixed nuts, and has the perfect balance of sweetness, crunch, and protein.
This easy-to-make granola provides a steady energy boost to help you take on your day. Not only will you enjoy the wonderful taste of this homemade granola, but you'll also benefit from its rich content of healthy fats, fiber, and iron.
Benefits of Almond Butter
Almond butter is a creamy and delicious spread made from ground almonds. Here are some of the health benefits of almond butter:
- Almond butter is an excellent source of healthy fats, including monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which are essential for heart health.
- Almond butter is a great source of plant-based protein, making it an ideal food for vegetarians and vegans.
- Almond butter is also high in fiber, which can help promote digestive health and prevent constipation.
- Almond butter is a good source of vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium, all of which are important for maintaining overall health.
- Almond butter is low in carbohydrates, making it a good option for people on low-carb diets.
- The healthy fats and protein in almond butter can help keep you feeling full and satisfied, which may help with weight management.
- Almond butter is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from smoothies to baked goods to salad dressings.
Now, besides smearing this delicious concoction on bread, there are plenty more delectable uses for almond butter. Think healthy snack bars like these Trail Mix Granola Bars, or in smoothies to replace peanut butter such as my delicious Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie or even in a cake like this easy Almond Butter Mug Cake.
Is honey almond granola good for you?
Yes! Honey almond granola is loaded with healthy fats, fiber, nutrients, and vitamins.
Why You'll Love This Honey Oat Granola with Almond Butter
An incredibly delicious mixture of flavors in this homemade honey granola with almond butter, oats, nuts, seeds, and vanilla.
Enjoy this honey oat granola for a healthy snack, a topping for ice cream and yogurt, or breakfast cereal with milk.
Ingredients
Here's what you'll need for this granola with nuts and seeds:
- Rolled Oats - if you have a gluten intolerance make sure the oats state they are gluten-free
- Almond Butter
- Honey
- Mixed Nuts - unsalted is best but salted works as well
- Coconut Oil
- Vanilla Extract
- Chia Seeds
- Flax Seeds
- Mini Chocolate Chips
Best Nuts for Granola
Any nuts are great for granola - use the nuts you enjoy the most.
Salted or unsalted? The choice is yours! If you want a sweet and salty flavor combo, then used salted ones. If you're watching your sodium intake, then used unsalted ones.
Honey roasted nuts would be great for this recipe. You can also use nuts with other flavors or smoked nuts for a smoky touch.
Are you allergic to nuts? Make granola without nuts. Or make granola with seeds instead. Pepitas (pumpkin seed kernels) and sunflower seeds are larger and a great substitute for chopped nuts.
How to Make Honey Almond Butter Granola
- Place rolled oats, mixed nuts, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, and mini chocolate chips in a large bowl.
- In a medium bowl, combine coconut oil and honey.
- Add in almond butter and vanilla extract.
- Stir well.
- Pour liquid ingredients into dry ingredients.
- Stir until all the ingredients are well-coated. I like to use my hands to work the liquid through the oats.
- Divide the mixture between two cookie sheets lined with parchment paper. Make sure to spread it out so it is in a single layer.
- Bake at 300°F for 35-45 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove from oven and let cool on cookie sheets. Break up with your hands and store in an airtight container.
This Honey Almond Butter Granola will change up your boring breakfast routine and wake up your tastebuds. Serve it in a bowl with milk, as a topping for your yogurt or smoothie or just grab a handful and head out the door. Any way you have it, it's delicious!
Recipe Variations
Granola is so very easy to change up by adding or substituting ingredients. Here are some ideas:
- Nut Butter - Cashew butter, cookie butter, peanut butter, or SunButter (sunflower seed butter).
- Chips - Butterscotch, caramel, or white chocolate chips.
- Citrus - Add some lemon, lime, or orange zest.
- Dried Fruit - Blueberry, cherry, coconut, cranberry, or raisin.
- Sweetener - Caramel sauce or maple syrup.
- Nuts - Instead of mixed nuts, use just almonds, cashews, macadamia nuts, pecans, tiger nuts, or walnuts.
- Seeds - Pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds.
- Spices - Add cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice.
How to Store Homemade Granola
Allow granola to cool to room temperature. Place the cooled granola in an airtight container or plastic ziptop bag and store it in a cool, dark place for up to 2 weeks.
Freeze granola in a plastic freezer bag or a freezer-safe container for up to 4 months. Thaw it at room temperature.
2CM Tip: Portion granola into individual servings for easy grab-and-go snacks.
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Honey Almond Butter Granola
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats,
- 1 cup chopped unsalted mixed nuts such as almonds, cashews, pistachios, peanuts, pecans
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed
- ½-1 cup mini chocolate chips
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
- ½ cup almond butter
- ¼ cup honey
- 1-2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper or spray with a nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, combine oats, nuts, chia seeds, flaxseed and chocolate chips.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt coconut oil in microwave for about 20-30 seconds. Whisk in almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Add liquid to dry ingredients and stir until oats and nuts are well coated.
- Spread evenly onto prepared cookie sheets.
- Bake 35-45 minutes, stirring halfway through, or until granola is a beautiful golden brown. Keep a close watch as it can burn very quickly.
- Remove from oven and let cool on cookie sheets. Store in airtight container. This mixture should keep at least 2 weeks.
Notes
Nutrition
This post has been updated with new photos and step-by-step instructions. It was first posted on March 15, 2015.
Laura says
Yes, eating healthy is really important to our family!
The VDown (@TheVdown) says
Looks good!
Jeffrey says
As a distance runner it's very important that I eat healthy to properly fuel my body. I like the addition of coconut oil and honey to your granola recipe, especially the honey. I consume more than my fair share of the nectar of the gods! The only thing I would change would be to add some dried fruit, cherries or cranberries.
Linda Warren says
That sounds like a great addition! Hope you give it a try!
Chuck says
I've tried that granola, it is really delicious...who knew it was healthy??
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Christina says
I hope I win! I've wanted to try This forever!
Linda Warren says
Well I hope you do but if you don't you still have to try it! This nut butter is delicious in just about everything and especially in this yummy granola.
Rosie says
I'm into healthy eating, no special diet! This granola sounds delish! I never thought of adding nut butter to granola - I want to try it!!!!
Linda Warren says
It really is delicious! Hope you entered the contest and will give it a try if you win!