Banana Bread Granola

Banana Bread Granola

vegan and gluten-free

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 25m
Total Time: 30m
Temp.: 350 °F
Servings: 12
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (9 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

249
Calories
13g
Fat
38g
Carbohydrates
5.3g
Protein
0mg
Cholesterol
80mg
Sodium
1/2 cup
Serving Size
Banana Bread Granola

Recipe Description

This easy Banana Bread Granola recipe produces delicious and crunchy granola packed full of wholesome ingredients without a heavy hand of refined sugar. Plus, this pretty and healthy granola is so easy to make.

This is my first time adding raw bananas to granola, and I honestly can’t get enough of the flavor. It tastes just like banana bread and is a perfect option for breakfast with a splash of oat milk, topping yogurt, and even dessert. The recipe is vegan and gluten-free. Start by preheating the oven and mixing the dry ingredients in a large bowl. In a saucepan, warm the coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the mashed bananas. Pour the prepared mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well. Spread the mixture onto a large baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until golden brown. Stir the granola once halfway through baking. Finally, remove it from the oven and let the granola cool on the baking sheet. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

To make the Banana Bread Granola, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Banana Bread Granola

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Preheat oven

    Preheat the oven to 350 °F.

  2. 2

    Combine dry ingredients

    1 min
    Step 2 - Banana Bread Granola

    In a large bowl, combine 3 cups rolled oats, ½ tablespoon cinnamon, 3 tablespoons sugar, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal, ¾ cup raw walnuts, and ½ cup raw pecans.

  3. 3

    Combine wet ingredients

    1 min
    Step 3 - Banana Bread Granola

    In a small saucepan over medium low heat, warm ¼ cup coconut oil, ⅓ cup maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

  4. 4

    Add in banana purée

    1 min
    Step 4 - Banana Bread Granola

    Once liquidy, remove from the heat and whisk in ½ a cup banana purée.

  5. 5

    Mix dry and wet ingredients

    1 min
    Step 5 - Banana Bread Granola

    Pour the prepared banana mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well.

  6. 6

    Spread on baking sheet

    1 min
    Step 6 - Banana Bread Granola

    Spread the mixture out on the sheet pan in an even layer, making sure not to overcrowd.

  7. 7

    Bake

    25 min
    Step 7 - Banana Bread Granola

    Bake for 23-25 minutes until golden brown, stirring once halfway through. Remove from the oven and toss to let the heat escape. Let the granola cool completely on the baking sheet.

  8. 8

    Serve

    Step 8 - Banana Bread Granola

    Serve and enjoy! Store in an airtight container for a week.

This homemade Banana Bread Granola is so much better and cheaper than the store-bought stuff. Gluten-free and vegan, it makes for a delicious and healthy option for breakfast and even dessert. Give this recipe a go, and let us know what you think. Rate this recipe, leave a comment below, and don’t forget to tag us @cookmerecipes on Instagram!

About the author

Nina Cole

Nina dreams of gender equality and for women all over the world to feel empowered and enjoy the same freedom she has. She’s a careful consumer, believing that by being more conscious about the way we live we can make the world a better place! Already a vegetarian, she uses animal products sparingly and tries to produce as little waste as possible. Most of her recipes are vegan as a result!

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (9 reviews)
Wendy
January 18, 2025
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Love this granola recipe

Al
April 15, 2024
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So yummy, wow! Made this with my wife and it reminded us of our first breakfast together. Crunchy, sweet, and a perfect start to the day!

Pete
February 29, 2024
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Super tasty granola!

Cathy
February 13, 2024
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Superb! I made this for breakfast and felt like I was enjoying dessert.

Fiona
November 17, 2023
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I totally loved this Banana Bread Granola! It reminds me of my grandma's banana bread. So easy to make and taste just like it. We enjoy it every morning now. Proud of this recipe!

Clara
June 2, 2023
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Best granola ever, tastes great

Nate
November 1, 2022
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Superb! This granola tastes just like banana bread. My family loved it at breakfast. Will definitely make again!

Vanessa Green
July 27, 2022
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Delicious, crunchy, healthy!

Athina
July 21, 2022
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It tastes just like my favorite banana bread. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

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