The Best Healthy Homemade Chunky Coconut Granola
This Healthy Homemade Chunky Coconut Granola has the perfect balance of nutritious ingredients like rolled oats, coconut chips, and chia seeds, sweetened only with pure maple syrup and bound together with avocado oil. It's crunchy and full of healthy fats from pecans and seeds, making it a healthy snack or the perfect topping for morning smoothie bowls—vegan, with a gluten-free option, and only made with plant-based ingredients.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 cups rolled oats
- ⅔ cup coconut chips
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- ⅓ cup chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla bean powder
- 1 cup pure maple syrup or liquid sweetener of choice
- ¾ cup avocado oil or oil of choice
Instructions
Preheat & Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (163°C).
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, coconut chips, chia seeds, chopped pecans, cinnamon, and vanilla bean powder.
Mix Everything Together
- Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients.
- Stir well until everything is evenly coated.
Bake the Granola
- Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and fragrant.
Cool & Store
- Let the granola cool completely for about 45 minutes before breaking it into clusters.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
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