Easy Hemp Granola

This crunchy hemp granola packs a nutritional punch with a variety of nuts and seeds. It’s grain-free, vegan and sweetened only with maple syrup and dates.

I think this might be the best granola I’ve ever made!! Bold statement I know, but it’s THAT good. It has the crunchy texture and sweetness that I love but it’s completely grain-free and contains no refined sugar. Loaded with nutrient-dense nuts and seeds and lightly sweetened with maple syrup, this granola has a nutty flavor with hints of cinnamon and vanilla as well as a lovely coconut aroma.

The whole time the granola was baking our house smelled like a huge coconut macaroon… and it was amazing. If I could buy a candle that smells like this granola baking I totally would.

Is Granola Healthy?

Ready for a truth bomb? There are a lot of store bought granolas that aren’t very healthy. They’re typically packed with a lot of sugar and highly processed oils. The good news is: granola is super easy to make and homemade versions ARE healthy! Especially this one.

Ingredients in Hemp Granola

Like I mentioned, this hemp granola is super crunchy and has a subtle sweetness — just the way I like my granola. 

• Nuts and seeds – add a variety of textures, flavors and nutrients. 
• Maple syrup and dates – add just the right amount of sugar. 
• Manitoba Harvest Hemp Hearts – pack quite the nutritional punch with 10 grams of plant-based protein and 10 grams of omega-3 + 6 fatty acids (aka healthy fats). They also contain magnesium, fiber and iron.

How to Serve Healthy Granola

I have no shame in admitting I often just eat this granola by the handful for a healthy snack. I also love it with almond milk and banana slices for hearty breakfast, but usually I use it as a topping for yogurt bowls, overnight oats, chia pudding and smoothie bowls. 

It’s so delicious we’ve already gone through two batches in a couple weeks and I’m tempted to make another batch today.

Love Granola? Try These Recipes Too:

• Coconut Almond Granola
• Grain Free Granola (No Sugar)
• Chocolate Granola
• Pumpkin Granola
• Granola Cookies

More Recipes with Hemp Seeds:

• Hemp Tabbouleh
• Vegan Parmesan Cheese with Hemp Seeds
• Hummus Avocado Toast with Toasted Hemp Seeds
• Rice Salad with Cannellini Beans and Hemp Hearts
• Hemp and Pecorino Crusted Salmon

Hemp Granola

5 from 42 votes

This crunchy hemp granola packs a nutritional punch with a variety of nuts and seeds. Paleo, vegan and free of refined sugar.

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Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes

Servings 20

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup raw almonds
• 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds, (pepitas)
• 1/2 cup raw pecans
• 1 cup raw walnuts
• 1 cup unsweetened coconut, desiccated, shredded or flakes
• 1 cup hemp hearts (or hemp seeds)
• 2 Tablespoons chia seeds
• 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• pinch of sea salt
• 1/2 cup pitted and chopped Medjool dates

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 250°F. Place almonds, pumpkin seeds, pecans and walnuts into a food processor and pulse a few times to chop the nuts and seeds into smaller pieces. Don’t process too much because you still want some chunky pieces.
• Transfer the nut mixture into a large bowl, add all remaining ingredients except the dates and stir well. Spread an even layer of the mixture onto a large parchment-lined baking sheet. You may need two sheets if you’re baking sheets aren’t oversized like mine.
• Bake for 35 minutes. Remove from oven, add dates and give the mix a good stir. Bake for 25-30 minutes more or until granola is golden brown in color. Remove from oven, let cool and enjoy. It will get crunchier as it cools. I recommend storing any leftovers in a Mason/Weck jar in the fridge. It will stay extra crunchy this way.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 cup Calories: 235kcal Carbohydrates: 16g Protein: 5g Fat: 17g Fiber: 4g Sugar: 9g

Author: Brittany Mullins

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: hemp granola

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