The Best Vegan Granola with Crispy Clusters - Make Granola CLUMPY Without Eggs or Dairy!

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup is lower in glycemic index.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: applesauce

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Applesauce reduces fat while adding moisture.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Walnuts provide omega-3 fatty acids.

dried cranberries

🥗Healthier: dried cherries

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried cherries offer a unique tartness.

Combine 6 cups of rolled oats, 1 cup of pecan halves, 1 cup of almonds, and 1/2 cup of sunflower seeds in a bowl and stir to combine.

In a separate bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of peanut butter, 1/2 cup of maple syrup, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Heat these ingredients to make them easier to stir together.

Prepare a flax egg by mixing 1 tablespoon of ground flax with 3 tablespoons of water and let it sit until it thickens.

Add the flax egg to the peanut butter mixture and stir until well combined.

Pour the peanut butter mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until everything is coated.

Prepare the baking pan by greasing it with olive oil or lining it with parchment paper.

Spread the granola mixture into the pan and press it down firmly with a spatula to help it stick together while baking.

Preheat the oven to 300°F (approximately 177°C).

Bake the granola for 30 minutes, checking around 25 minutes if using a darker pan to prevent over-browning.

Once baked, allow the granola to cool, then break it apart into clusters. Add cranberry raisins or other mix-ins like chocolate chips after baking.

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