This granola packs a lot of energy, thanks to a nice blend of nuts, seeds, and whole grains. It is an excellent way to start the day, as it contains a good amount of protein and natural fats and sugars. It’s been a favorite in our household for a number of years now, in part because it’s so easy to make. And does it ever smell good when it’s baking!
We’ve recently starting adding gluten-free flour and oats because I’ve cut gluten out of my diet as it promotes inflammation (something I have too much of in my back right now).
Homemade, Gluten-Free Granola with Chia Seeds
Adapted from Feeding the Whole Family, by Cynthia Lair
Ingredients
3 cups gluten-free rolled oats
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup almonds, chopped
1 cup quinoa flour
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pinch sea salt
1/3 cup cold-pressed vegetable oil
1/3 cup apple or orange juice
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp almond extract
1/2 tsp chia seeds (added upon serving)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, seeds, almonds, flour, cinnamon, and salt; mix well. In a separate bowl, combine oil, syrup, juice, and extracts. Slowly pour wet ingredients over dry ingredients, using a spatula to fold and evenly coat the dry mixture with the wet. Spread on cookie sheet or in a shallow pan and bake. Turn granola every 15–20 minutes so that it toasts evenly. Bake until granola is dry and golden (45–60 minutes). Store in air-tight jar.
Serve with unsweetened coconut milk (or rice, hemp, almond, soy), sprinkle with chia seeds, and top with whole fruit.
Variations
You could experiment with adding cranberries, raisins, maca root, goji berries, or even raw cocoa. The possibilities are endless.
Information
Prep time: 15 minutes
Total time: 1 hr 15 minutes
Quantity: 8 cups.
Nutritional facts: no gluten, no wheat, no refined sugar, no dairy, no soy, contains nuts
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Maybe I missed it because there is another name for it, but I didn’t actually see Chia seeds in the ingredients. I’m interested in trying it though!!!
Maybe I missed it because there is another name for it, but I didn’t actually see Chia seeds in the ingredients. I’m interested in trying it though!!!
I had chia seeds and fruit in the instructions but not the ingredients. I just added chia to the ingredients. Thanks for mentioning. Let me know how it turns out for you!
I had chia seeds and fruit in the instructions but not the ingredients. I just added chia to the ingredients. Thanks for mentioning. Let me know how it turns out for you!
Anyone know where I can get chia seeds? I am in Lower CT.
Anyone know where I can get chia seeds? I am in Lower CT.
Navitas Naturals is my favorite brand. They’re carried at most natural food stores, including Whole Foods. You can also purchase their products online. Here’s a link to the Chia product page:
http://www.navitasnaturals.com/products/chia/chia-seeds.html
Navitas Naturals is my favorite brand. They’re carried at most natural food stores, including Whole Foods. You can also purchase their products online. Here’s a link to the Chia product page:
http://www.navitasnaturals.com/products/chia/chia-seeds.html