Granola can be expensive, especially if you want a high-protein option without random ingredients. But this homemade Protein Granola recipe makes for a great alternative to store-bought! It’s quick, easily customizable, made with good-for-you ingredients, and more cost-effective than store-bought. Once you try making homemade granola, you seriously won’t look back!
Packed with fiber and protein, this Protein Granola will keep you full without weighing you down. Perfect on its own, with yogurt and fruit, or as a smoothie bowl topping. Give this Protein Granola recipe a try if you want a hearty yet delicious breakfast or snack!
For this Protein Granola recipe you'll need:
- Rolled oats
- Nuts and/or seeds of choice – My go-to additions are pumpkin and chia seeds, but feel free to customize what you use to suit your preferences! Chopped almonds, flax seeds, and hemp seeds are delicious too.
- Wheat germ – This is an excellent source of several vitamins and minerals, and fiber too! Alternatively, you can sub for wheat bran for a similar taste and nutritional value.
- Plant-based protein powder – For this recipe, vanilla or unflavored protein powder are best.
- Shredded coconut – Feel free to add these in after baking if you don’t want the coconut toasted.
- Salt
- Cinnamon
- Coconut oil – I prefer using coconut oil, but feel free to use another oil if coconut oil isn’t your thing.
- Agave – Can also sub for maple syrup.
- Vanilla extract
Notes:
Can you add other mix-ins to granola?
Granola is super easy to customize depending on what you like. So feel free to change up the nuts and seeds or add in some dried fruit or chocolate! The world is truly your oyster when it comes to homemade granola.
How can you get the granola to clump?
To get those clusters of granola it’s important to press everything together once on the baking sheet before cooking. Also, letting the granola cool completely before breaking it up and storing it helps the pieces stay together much better too.
How should you store granola?
This Protein Granola keeps really well in airtight containers or jars and will stay fresh at room temperature for up to two weeks. For longer storage, you can refrigerate for up to 2 months or freeze for up to 6 months.
Fool-Proof Protein Granola
Ingredients
- 4 c rolled oats
- 1 c nuts and/or seeds I used ¾ c pumpkin seeds and ¼ c chia seeds
- ½ c wheat germ
- ½ c vegan protein powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ c shredded coconut
- ½ c coconut oil melted
- ½ c agave
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350℉ (180℃).
- Combine all of the dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- Add in the melted coconut oil, agave, and vanilla then thoroughly mix.
- Press the granola onto a 9 x 13-inch baking sheet, making sure to evenly spread it onto the entire sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping half-way, until slightly brown. Granola burns easily and will firm up more once cooled, so don't over-bake!
- Once done baking, let the granola completely cool on the baking sheet then break it apart and store in an airtight container.