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:
Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
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.
In a small saucepan over medium low heat, warm ¼ cup coconut oil, ⅓ cup maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Once liquidy, remove from the heat and whisk in ½ a cup banana purée.
Pour the prepared banana mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well.
Spread the mixture out on the sheet pan in an even layer, making sure not to overcrowd.
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.
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!
It tastes just like my favorite banana bread. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
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