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Banana Bread Granola

This Banana Bread Granola Recipe is a delightful blend of sweet mashed banana, crunchy hazelnuts, and warm cinnamon, perfect for a nutritious and delicious start to your day.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword Granola
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6 serves
Calories 490kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup whole hazelnuts, roughly chopped
  • 2 Tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup mashed banana, about half a banana
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup coconut flakes
  • 1 cup banana chips

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: Set to 356ºF (180ºC). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix oats, hazelnuts, chia seeds, and cinnamon.
  • Add Wet Ingredients: Blend in mashed banana, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
  • Spread Granola: Spread the mixture evenly on the lined baking sheet.
  • Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden. Avoid stirring to keep chunks intact.
  • Cool and Add-ins: Let the granola cool, then stir in coconut flakes and banana chips.
  • Store or Serve: Store in an airtight container or serve with milk, yogurt, and fruit.

Notes

  • Store: Keep in an airtight container, like a mason jar, in the pantry at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Calories: 490kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 439mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 27IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 3mg