Organic Healthy Granola Recipe: Low Sugar, High Protein & Keto Variations

Organic Healthy Granola Recipe: Low Sugar, High Protein & Keto Variations

Make crisp, cluster-y organic granola at home—sweetened naturally, baked low and slow, and easily adapted for low sugar, high protein, keto, and vegan diets. Perfect for yogurt bowls, smoothie toppings, or a grab-and-go snack.

Why Homemade Organic Granola?

• Cleaner ingredients: certified organic oats, nuts, and seeds with no artificial additives.
• Lower sugar: you control the sweetener and amount.
• Better nutrition: add protein, fiber, and healthy fats to fit your goals.
• Budget & eco friendly: bulk organics + reusable jars reduce cost and packaging.

Quick Navigation

• Base Organic Healthy Granola (Oats & Honey)
• Variations: Low Sugar, High Protein, Keto, Vegan
• Serving Ideas (Granola for Yogurt, Bowls & Snacks)
• Pro Tips for Big Clusters
• Storage & Shelf Life
• Approximate Nutrition (per ½ cup)
• FAQ

Base Organic Healthy Granola (Oats & Honey)

Ingredients

• 3 cups organic old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup organic nuts (almonds, walnuts, or mixed), roughly chopped
• 1 cup organic seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, sesame, or mix)
• ½ cup unsweetened organic shredded coconut (optional)
• ¼ cup organic extra-virgin coconut oil (melted) or organic olive oil
• ¼–⅓ cup organic honey or pure maple syrup (use 2–3 tbsp for low sugar)
• 1 tsp organic vanilla extract
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon + ¼ tsp fine sea salt
• Optional after baking: ½ cup organic dried fruit (cranberries, raisins, apricots), chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 150°C / 300°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment.
2. In a bowl, whisk oil, honey/maple, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Add oats, nuts, seeds, and coconut. Stir until evenly coated.
4. Press mixture into a compact, even layer on the pan (don’t crumble—pressing = clusters).
5. Bake 22–28 minutes, rotating once, until golden at the edges. Do not stir.
6. Cool completely on the pan (it crisps as it cools), then break into clusters.
7. Fold in dried fruit if using. Store airtight.

Variations: Organic Low Sugar, High Protein, Keto, Vegan

Organic Low Sugar Granola

• Reduce honey/maple to 2–3 tbsp; add 1–2 tbsp water for spreadability.
• Boost flavor with extra cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch more salt.
• Skip dried fruit; add cacao nibs for crunch without sugar.

Organic High Protein Granola

• Add ½ cup organic plant protein (pea, hemp, or brown rice). Mix with dry ingredients before liquids.
• Add ¼ cup more oil and 1–2 tbsp water if mixture seems dry.
• Stir in extra nuts/seeds (e.g., hemp hearts) after baking.

Organic Keto Granola

• Replace oats with 2 cups nuts + 1½ cups seeds (almonds, pecans, walnuts, pumpkin, sunflower, chia).
• Sweeten with a keto-friendly syrup or granulated sweetener (erythritol/allulose/monk fruit), ¼–⅓ cup.
• Bake at 150°C but check early (nut-based mixes brown faster).

Organic Vegan Granola

• Use maple syrup instead of honey.
• Choose vegan protein for the high-protein variation.

Serving Ideas: Granola for Yogurt & More

• Yogurt parfait: Greek or coconut yogurt + berries + granola + drizzle of honey or maple.
• Smoothie bowl: Top acai/banana bowls with clusters for crunch.
• Breakfast jars: Layer yogurt, fruit, and granola in glass jars for the week.
• Snack mix: Granola + roasted chickpeas + cacao nibs.
• Dessert sprinkle: Over baked apples, chia pudding, or vanilla ice cream.

Pro Tips for Big Clusters

• Press the mixture firmly into the pan; do not stir while baking.
• Use a little water (1–2 tbsp) to help the syrup bind.
• Let it cool completely before breaking into pieces.
• For extra clump: whisk 1 lightly beaten egg white into the wet ingredients (skip for vegan).

Storage & Shelf Life

• Room temperature: airtight jar up to 2–3 weeks.
• Freezer: up to 3 months; thaw 10 minutes before serving.
• Store dried fruit separately if your climate is very humid to keep clusters crisp.

Approximate Nutrition (Base Organic Granola, per ½ cup)

Values vary by brand and add-ins; treat as an estimate.

High Protein Adjustment (per ½ cup)

• +5–10 g protein (depending on powder used) and +30–60 kcal.

Keto Adjustment (per ½ cup)

• Net carbs typically 4–8 g if oats are removed and sweetener is keto-friendly.

FAQ

Is granola healthy?

Yes—when made with organic whole foods, modest sweetener, and plenty of fiber, protein, and healthy fats. Portion size matters; start with ¼–½ cup.

Can I make it no sugar?

Use only a few tablespoons of maple/honey or a zero-calorie sweetener; add spices and vanilla for flavor. Note that some sweetener helps clusters bind.

Gluten-free option?

Use certified organic gluten-free oats; the keto version is naturally oat-free.

Printable Short Recipe

Organic Healthy Granola (Oats & Honey)

Mix: 3 c organic oats, 1 c nuts, 1 c seeds, ½ c coconut, ¼ c oil, ¼–⅓ c honey/maple, 1 tsp vanilla, 1 tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp salt. Bake: Press on lined tray; 150°C for 22–28 min, don’t stir. Cool fully; break into clusters. Store: Airtight 2–3 weeks.

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