Easy Hemp Granola
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Published Jan 31, 2020, Updated May 17, 2023
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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
- Granola Butter
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
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Hemp Granola
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
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This post is sponsored by Manitoba Harvest. As always, opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make EBF possible.
I couldnt wait to try this recipe and had so much fun making it. I’m new to hemp hearts, but LOVE this granola! Starting out on a healthier path, this is going to be a staple for me. I love having it for breakfast! It really keeps me feeling full and satisfied, with just the right amount of energy. I feel amazing with it. THANK YOU!
Ahh that makes me so happy to hear, Hannah! I’m so glad you enjoyed this granola recipe. Thanks so much for trying it and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. The reviews are super helpful to other readers, so I really appreciate it. <3
Outstanding Granola, easy to make, fun and makes your home smell amazing! I love it with a little oat milk-perfect. Feel free to tweak a lil bit like dried cranberries instead of the dates for variety. Brittany crushed this recipe and finally found a way to put Hemp Seeds to work lol.
Ahh thank you, Travis!! So glad you enjoyed this hemp granola and as always, thanks for taking the time to leave a comment and star rating. It means the world to me. <3
Hemp granola is fantastic. I never had hemp hearts and now I’m hooked. My family loves the granola. Added raisins to mine too. Fan fav!!! Thanks
Ahh that makes me so happy to hear, Tracey. I’m so glad this granola was a hit with your family. Thanks so much for trying it and for coming back to leave a comment and star rating. It’s super helpful to other readers, so I appreciate it. <3
This is soooo good. Just finished making it. Very easy to make and the aroma is to die for. Definitely will be making it again and I think I’m saying bye bye to store brought granola.
Woo-hoo!! This makes me so happy to hear, Vanessa. I’m so glad you’re loving this hemp granola. Thanks for trying my recipe and for coming back to leave a comment and star rating. It means the world to me. <3
This has got to be what heaven smells like! It’s the 2nd EBF granola I’ve tried. Now we’re hooked on this and the Coconut Almond! So easy, healthy, delicious, and GF. Brittany, thank you SO much! Your recipes never disappoint! xoxo
Omggg all the smells while baking; better than any candle!! This was soo good we all loved it! Will definitely make it again. We added pumpkin spice and cinnamon!
Ahh I’m so glad you loved this granola, Angela!! Thanks so much for trying it and for coming back to leave a comment and star rating. I so appreciate it. <3
Super easy and delicious!
We LOVE this granola. My 1 and 5 year olds love it in plain yogurt. Makes the house smell so lovely when baking!
Have you tried to sub the maple syrup for honey? (What we have on hand at the moment)
Ahh yay!! I’m so glad this granola is a hit with your kids. I think using honey instead of maple syrup would work just fine! You might just need to melt it a bit before mixing if it has hardened.
Made this granola and it is beyond delicious! First of all, very easy to make. Secondly, it tastes soooooo good.
Yay!! So glad you loved this granola, Tina!! I really appreciate you coming back to leave a comment and star rating. It’s super helpful to other readers.
One of the best granola recipe I’ve tried! Absolutely delicious! Just left out the dates because I felt it would be sweet enough with the maple syrup. Even my skeptical daughter (who apparently is not a fan of nuts, I just learned) tasted it and gave me the thumb’s up and the green light so make again. 🙂
Ahh that makes me so happy to hear, Nancy!! So glad this granola was a hit. 🙂 Thanks so much for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. It means the world to me. <3