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    Home » Baked Goods, Cookies & Cereal » Blueberry Granola

    Blueberry Granola

    First Published: Nov 30, 2020 · Modified: Jun 25, 2022 by Sandra · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases with no additional cost to you.

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    This delicious no honey blueberry granola is sweetened with agave or maple syrup. It also makes a great gift for the holidays or anytime. Who wouldn't want granola in a jar? Read on to find out how easy it is to make homemade blueberry granola!
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    Blueberry granola in a white bowl with a small bowl of honey and wand in the background

    Isn't homemade granola the best thing ever? Well, that might be saying too much, but this homemade blueberry granola is certainly one of the best breakfast items in our house right now. It has everything you need for a healthy and wholesome breakfast such as:

    • Whole grain oats which are naturally gluten free.
    • Almond slivers and sunflower seeds which provide enough protein and healthy fat to give you the energy to keep going strong all morning.
    • Dried blueberries which are a superfood extraordinaire. They are believed to have one of the highest antioxidant levels of all common fruits and vegetables. (Source).

    If you are looking to make the best blueberry granola ever, read on! If you're looking for even more granola goodness, check out our recipes for cherry vanilla granola and cinnamon granola.

    This recipe is featured in our lineup of easy sweet breakfast recipes. Check them out!

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    • 🥄 Equipment
    • ⏲️ Baking Time
    • 🫐 Ingredients
    • 📓 Instructions
    • ❓ FAQs
    • 📔 Related Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • References and Further Reading
    • 💬 Comments

    🥄 Equipment

    This recipe does not require any special equipment. You may already have what you need. However, the items you will need to make this recipe are listed below (affiliate links).

    • Large bowl. For mixing the dry ingredients and combining all ingredients.
    • Small bowl. For mixing the wet ingredients.
    • Parchment paper. To keep granola from sticking to the baking sheet.
    • Baking sheet. For baking your granola.

    ⏲️ Baking Time

    45-50 minutes in a 250°F (121°C) oven. Bake until the granola is lightly browned. Allow to cool completely before crumbling into a bowl.

    🫐 Ingredients

    Blueberry granola ingredients
    Don't let this list of ingredients intimidate you. To save money, purchase the nuts, seeds and spices in the bulk section of your grocery. Not only are they less expensive that way but you only have to purchase exactly what you will need. Nothing more.
    • Uncooked rolled oats (3 cups). Be sure to use rolled uncooked oats (also known as old fashioned oats). Do not use steel cut or quick oats.
    • Slivered almonds raw (¾ cup). You can usually find these in the baking aisle of your grocery store. If your store has a bulk section, you may be able to get them there as well. You can also buy them online (affiliate link). I recommend storing the leftovers in your refrigerator or freezer because they become rancid very quickly. They will keep in your fridge for up to nine months and the freezer for up to one year.
    • Sunflower seeds raw (¾ cup). Like the almonds, you may be able to purchase these in bulk also. Make sure you buy raw seeds, not roasted. You can also purchase them online (affiliate link).
    • Safflower oil (⅓ cup). If you don't have safflower oil, you can substitute unflavored (or refined) liquefied coconut oil or canola oil. Make sure you choose an oil that has a neutral flavor. I don't recommend olive oil.
    • Agave or maple syrup (⅓ cup). For the greatest health benefit, I try to stick with pure agave or maple syrup and avoid any commercial pancake syrup that contains artificial flavoring and high fructose corn syrup. I have tried using honey as a sweetener, but I found that it made the granola taste bitter after baking.
    • Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon). For flavor.
    • Ground nutmeg (1½ teaspoon). Adds flavor.
    • Cardamom (½ teaspoon). Ground cardamom is usually available in well-stocked grocery stores. It is made from the seeds of plants in the Zingiberaceae family and is native to the Indian subcontinent and Indonesia (source). It is one of my favorite spices for baked goods. I used it in my Mascarpone Crepes with Nutella Filling.
    • Salt (¼ teaspoon). Enhances flavor.
    • Dried blueberries (1 cup). I couldn't find these in my local grocery store, so I ordered a couple of bags online (affiliate link). They're not only great for granola, but you can also stir them into muffin, pancake, crepe, quick bread, waffle and/or scone batter.

    📓 Instructions

    Step 1. Preheat oven to 250°F (121°C). Cooking the granola at a low temperature will prevent it from burning.

    Dry ingredients in a glass bowl
    Step 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, almonds, and sunflower seeds.
    Spices being added to dry ingredients
    Step 3. In a small bowl, combine nutmeg, cardamom and salt. Sprinkle over oat/nut mixture and stir to combine.
    Wet ingredients in a glass bowl
    Step 4. In a separate small bowl, combine oil, syrup and vanilla.
    Wet ingredients being poured into dry ingredients
    Step 5. Pour liquid mixture over dry mixture and mix thoroughly.
    Granola being spread onto a baking sheet with a red spatula
    Step 6. Line a 15x10-inch baking sheet with parchment paper. Add mixture and spread out to cover bottom of baking sheet.
    Granola clusters in a glass bowl with a wooden spoon
    Step 7. Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until mixture is toasted and golden brown. Allow to cool and then crumble mixture into large bowl.
    Dried blueberries in a glass bowl with granola clusters
    Step 8. Stir in blueberries.

    ❓ FAQs

    Can granola go bad?

    Granola usually contains nuts and/or seeds which can become rancid at room temperature. If you will not be consuming your homemade blueberry granola with one week, I recommend storing it in the refrigerator for up to six months or the freezer for up to one year.

    Is this blueberry granola healthy?

    Yes, this granola is made with naturally gluten-free whole grain oats, protein-rich nuts and seeds and nutrient dense blueberries. All granola that is made with natural whole ingredients is good for the body.

    Is this granola vegan?

    Yes, it does not use any ingredients derived from animals.

    Overhead photo of granola clusters on a baking dish with a bowl of clusters and small bowl of honey with honey wand

    📔 Related Recipes

    • Cherry Vanilla Granola.
    • Cinnamon Granola.
    • Breakfast Couscous.
    • Gluten-Free Coconut Breakfast Cookies.
    • Nut Free Granola by Avocado Pesto.
    Granola in a white bowl with spoon and white napkin

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    📖 Recipe

    Blueberry granola in a white bowl

    Blueberry Granola

    Heavenly Home Cooking
    This delicious no honey blueberry granola is sweetened with agave or maple syrup. It also makes a great gift for the holidays or anytime. Who wouldn't want granola in a jar? Read on to find out how easy it is to make homemade blueberry granola!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Total Time 50 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 7 cups
    Calories 489 kcal

    Equipment

    Large bowl
    Small bowl
    Baking sheet
    Parchment paper
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    Ingredients
     
     

    • 3 cups uncooked oats not quick oats
    • ¾ cup slivered almonds raw
    • ¾ cup sunflower seeds raw
    • 1-½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ⅓ cup safflower oil or liquefied coconut oil
    • ⅓ cup agave syrup or maple
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 cup dried blueberries

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 250°F (121°C).
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, almonds, and sunflower seeds.
    • In a small bowl, combine nutmeg, cardamom and salt. Sprinkle over oat/nut mixture and stir to combine.
    • In a separate small bowl, combine oil, syrup and vanilla.
    • Pour liquid mixture over dry mixture and mix thoroughly.
    • Line a 15x10-inch baking sheet with parchment paper. Add mixture and spread out to cover bottom of baking sheet.
    • Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until mixture is toasted and golden brown. Allow to cool and then crumble mixture into large bowl and stir in blueberries.
    • Store in an airtight container. Can also be frozen.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories: 489kcal (24%)Carbohydrates: 55g (18%)Protein: 11g (22%)Fat: 26g (40%)Saturated Fat: 2g (13%)Sodium: 93mg (4%)Potassium: 471mg (13%)Fiber: 9g (38%)Sugar: 20g (22%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 71mg (7%)Iron: 3mg (17%)

    Nutritional information provided is for one serving and is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.

    Total Servings 7 cups
    Keyword healthy recipe
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    References and Further Reading

    1. "Food Storage - How long can you keep almonds...out of the shell" by Still Tasty.
    2. "10 Proven Health Benefits of Blueberries" by Healthline.
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    1. Roger says

      December 01, 2020 at 6:47 am

      I couldn’t wait to try this recipe.
      It’s as advertised.
      All the ingredients really come together to make this a great tasting cereal.
      I can tell you after attempting to make this one that it’s Full of flavor and very healthy. Won’t be disappointed .

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      • Sandra says

        December 02, 2020 at 2:09 pm

        Thank you very much. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

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