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.
excellent post thank you
I have tried many granola receipes and this one is by far the best. Super easy and the flavor is perfect. Yum!!
Yay! So glad you loved this recipe, Tami. Thanks so much for making it and for coming back to leave a review. I really appreciate it!
This is the best granola…ever!!! I thought I may add some dried fruits…but it is so amazing I wouldn’t change anything. So pretty!!!
I can’t wait to share with my friends!!!
Yay! I’m so happy to hear you love this recipe, Sheila! Thanks for making it and coming back to leave a review and star rating, I really appreciate it!
Looks wonderful!!! I am not a fan of coconut. Can I just omit it, or is there a substitute you recommend?
Hey Jenny- you can definitely omit the coconut flakes. You could try subbing with your favorite dried fruit.
This granola is always in our fridge! It’s incredible. I add dried cranberries, pumpkin pie spice & a tiny bit of almond extract. It’s become my favorite breakfast (over yogurt). Thank you so much for this staple!
Yay!! I love hearing this, Shelley. So glad it’s been a hit. Thanks for the review!
This is amazing! I make it almost every week!
Ah yay! So happy to hear this, Kathy. I’m so thrilled you’ve been enjoying this granola. Thanks for the review!
Could you please share how you’ve calculated the nutrition value of this recipe? I’d love to learn how to do this with recipes i make at home. thank you <3
I use My Fitness Pal!
Excellent. Added dried cranberries to the mix. Next time I am going to try reducing the oil a bit just to save on calories.
So glad you enjoyed this granola, Cheryl! Thanks for the review 🙂
This is the best homemade granola recipe! I make it without the dates to keep the carb count lower. Any estimates on the per serving carb/fiber count leaving the dates out?
So glad you’ve been enjoying this recipe, Rory!! I don’t know the nutritional info without the dates, but you could easily plug it in to a calculator. I use My Fitness Pal!
This granola is absolutely DELICIOUS!! My kids love it too and have been enjoying it as an after school snack with fresh berries. Thank you for another incredibly easy and delicious recipe Brittany!
Woo!! So glad you loved it, Jen! Thanks for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!
This granola is absolutely DELICIOUS!!
Hands-down the best healthy granola I’ve ever eaten. The only problem is I want to eat the whole pan right out of the oven.
Ahh yay, that makes me so happy to hear!! So glad you loved this granola. Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it.