This granola recipe is a quick and easy recipe that will leave you with a great gluten-free and dairy-free go-to snack. You can even pair it with some yogurt for a yummy treat. Even more, this recipe is packed full of omega-3 and magnesium – nutrients that are great for maintaining that brain health! You can read more about how magnesium influences brain health by clicking here. You can also read more research on using Omega-3 fatty acids as treatment for depression here.
This granola recipe will make roughly 12 servings at 1/4 cup each.
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 20-30 min
Total Time: 25-35 min
The Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of gluten-free quick oats
- 1/2 cup flax seeds
- 1 cup of raw almonds
- 1 cup dried fruit (I like to use raisins or currants)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1/8 tsp salt
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 300°f
- Mix together everything except for the dried fruit in a bowl
- Place mixed ingredients on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Make sure that it is in one layer so it can cook evenly
- Place in the oven for 15 minutes
- Remove from oven, stir the granola on the sheet, and cook for roughly another 5-10 minutes or until it is golden brown
- Remove and let cool
- Add in dried fruit and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Servings: 12
Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories per serving: 182
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