This Homemade Peanut Butter Granola makes a delicious breakfast treat or crunchy + healthy afternoon snack. It is perfect served on top of fruit + yogurt or just enjoy the clusters straight up.
I am a huge fan of oats for breakfast in any way or form. Whether it is traditional oatmeal, overnight oats, oatmeal breakfast cookies, or granola - they all are perfect ways to start my day.
While you can buy granola from the store, homemade is so much better better than store-bought granola because it is cheaper, you can make it with whatever flavorings, seeds, nuts, and dried fruit you like, and you will be able to control exactly what goes in it. This version has the benefit of peanut butter, maple syrup, and raisins for a burst of flavor and nutrition in every bite.
This recipe is clean eating & vegan (use coconut yogurt for parfaits) & gluten free (if you use certified gluten free oats).
Ingredients (& Substitutions)
All of the ingredients in this homemade granola recipe are easily accessible and you may even have them on hand already. Here is what you will need to make this tasty peanut butter granola.
- peanut butter - I prefer the natural kind made with just peanuts (and maybe salt)
- maple syrup - or honey
- coconut oil - or butter
- vanilla extract
- rolled oats
- cinnamon
- shredded coconut - unsweetened
- raisins
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Combine the peanut butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla in a microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave for 30 seconds until the peanut butter has melted slightly. Stir until smooth. Add the oats and cinnamon, and stir everything until combined.
Spread the mixture on the baking sheet or pan in an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the coconut and raisins. Stir/flip the granola and bake it for another 10 minutes.
Hint: Stir the granola halfway through the cooking process to ensure it cooks evenly.
Serving Suggestions
While you can simply eat this homemade peanut butter granola by the handful, it is wonderful to serve a few different ways as well. Here are some ideas:
- Serve with Milk: Serve with milk as you would with boxed cereal. This can be with your favourite dairy or plant-based milk. The milk will become absorb some of the flavours from the granola, like the cinnamon.
- Make a Yogurt Parfait: Simply layer dairy or coconut yogurt with fresh berries or other sliced fruit with the granola, and finish with a few berries and granola on top. You can even finish with a drizzle of maple syrup on top for extra luxuriousness.
- Use as a Garnish on a Smoothie Bowl: Next time you make your go-to smoothie bowl, consider adding this granola on top as a garnish along with some fresh berries and/or sliced fruit.
Variations
This peanut butter granola recipe is a crunchy combination of sweet and salty from the maple syrup and peanut butter, but it is easy to change up if you need to or if someone in your family can't have peanuts. Here are some variations for this recipe:
- Replace the Peanut Butter: If you prefer not to use peanut butter or can't use it due to peanut allergies, you can replace it with almond butter or even a seed butter such as sunflower seed butter.
- Add Some Chocolate: Peanut butter and chocolate is a classic combination, so why not add some chocolate to this granola mix? Once the granola is cooled, you can stir some chocolate chips, chopped chocolate, or Reese's Pieces into the granola for some extra indulgence.
- Make Peanut Butter Cranberry Granola: Rather than using raisins in the granola, you can add cranberries instead.
- Add Some Nuts if Desired: In the last half of baking the granola, you can add nuts such as pecans, walnuts, or almonds so that they can toast with all of the other ingredients.
Storage
Once the granola has cooled completely, place it in an airtight container. It should stay fresh at room temperature for 2-4 week, and will even keep for 3-6 months if frozen.
Top Tip
Melting the peanut butter with the coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla in the microwave helps it mix with the oats more easily, ensuring that everything is evenly coated in the peanut butter mixture.
FAQ
The binding agents in granola often include ingredients like honey, maple syrup, or peanut butter, which help create clusters and hold the mixture together during baking.
Granola might lose its crunchiness if it contains too much moisture or if it isn't baked long enough. Ensure the granola is spread evenly and baked until golden and crispy for optimal texture.
Homemade granola allows for complete control over ingredients, including sugar content. It's fresher, more economical, and can be customized to personal taste preferences and dietary needs.
The calorie count in peanut butter granola can vary depending on the specific ingredients and serving size. Generally, it ranges from 100-150 calories per ¼ cup serving.
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Recipe
Peanut Butter Granola
Ingredients
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter *
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups rolled oats
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup shredded coconut unsweetened
- ¼ cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F/165°C and prepare a baking pan or dish.
- In a large microwave safe mixing bowl, combine the nut butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Microwave for about 30 seconds, until the nut butter is slightly melted. Stir until smooth. Add the old-fashioned oats and cinnamon, then stir again until everything is combined.
- Spread the oat mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and sprinkle the shredded coconut and raisins on top. Stir/flip the granola before baking for an additional 10 minutes.
- Allow the granola to cool before transferring to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
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