Easy Peanut Butter Granola
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Granola is one of my all-time favourite foods. I love it almost as much as I love peanut butter. Since I’m such a huge fan of granola and I love peanut butter more than anything, it was only natural to put the two together in this super simple, peanut butter granola recipe!
Natural Peanut Butter
Natural peanut butter is the way to go, guys. If you’re not familiar with natural peanut butter, it should contain just 1 ingredient: peanuts. Sometimes it might have 2 ingredients such as peanuts and salt, but nothing more. Natural peanut butter is healthy, nutritious, a great source of energy and delivers the best peanut butter flavour.
Tips for Using Natural Peanut Butter
Because 100% natural peanut butter doesn’t contain added oils or sugar, the natural oils separate from the peanuts when it’s stored. Don’t be surprised when you open a container of natural peanut butter and all you see is oil.
For best results, when you bring home natural peanut butter, place it upside down in the cupboard before using. Once you open it, stir it well then store it upside down in the fridge. This helps the oil stayed mixed.
Customize This Granola
The best part about this peanut butter granola is you can customize it by adding your favourite extra ingredients!
The last batch I made, I added unsweetened shredded coconut, pecans and cacao nibs. It was incredible!
Peanut Butter Granola Add-In Options
- raisins, dried cranberries or chopped dates
- goji berries or mulberries
- sunflower seeds, pepitas, hemp seeds or chia seeds
- peanuts, almonds, walnuts, pecans or any other nut
- coconut chips or shredded coconut
- banana chips
- any chopped dried fruit such as mango, apple or apricot
- chocolate chips, cacao nibs or chopped dark chocolate
- anything else you can think of!
Super Simple Peanut Butter Granola
So, what makes this peanut butter granola super simple? Well, you only need 4 ingredients plus sea salt to make it and it’s very easy to prepare in just one bowl. All you’ll need is peanut butter, rolled oats, sea salt, pure maple syrup and coconut oil. That’s it!
The combination of natural peanut butter and rolled oats make this granola a wholesome breakfast when paired with almond milk and sliced banana or fresh berries. When mixed in a bowl with a splash of almond milk it’s to-die-for as the peanut butter flavour melds with the milk….omg, guys. It’s crazy good.
It’s also amazing layered with coconut yogurt and topped with berries in a peanut butter granola parfait. It can even be added to trail mix and taken on the road for a hike.
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Peanut Butter Granola
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Prep Time: 5 mins - Cook Time: 40 mins
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten-Free
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Cuisine:If you love peanut butter, you’ll love this easy and delicious granola recipe! Enjoy with almond milk and sliced banana.
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Pin RecipeIngredients
- 4 cups (375 g) rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (125 g) natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup (75 g) pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons (45 g) melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 325 degrees.
- All all ingredients to a bowl and mix well.
- Spread mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20 minutes. Flip granola using a spatula. Bake for another 20 minutes. Keep on eye on it after 12-15 minutes to make sure it doesn’t burn. It should be golden brown when it’s done.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely on the pan before storing.
- Once it’s cool, mix in any desired add-ins then store in an air-tight container.
Keywords: peanut butter granola, easy, refined sugar-free, healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (60 g)
- Calories: 303
- Fat: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Protein: 9 g
Yum! Can’t go wrong with a combination of two delicious foods. I’m going to give this recipe a try this weekend.
Yay! Let me know how you like it! Hope you enjoy 🙂
Not a peanut butter fan (shocker, I know!), but this looks incredible!
You could always use almond butter if you prefer!! It is pretty incredible!
Ah this looks amazing! I definintely need to start using natural peanut butter more often (I always hate how the oils separate). Great tip of storing it upside down.
Natural PB is the way to go for sure, so much better! Storing it upside down really helps…shouldn’t have to stir much if at all after that! Enjoy 🙂
How long would this granola last for in the pantry? 🙂
I would say up to a month or so in an air tight container. Make sure it’s completely cool before storing.
Any recommendations for a non-nut or seed oil substitution? We have some nasty food allergies, but peanuts are okay, so I am thrilled to find this recipe. Would it work with olive oil?
I appreciate any ideas!
I think it would be fine with olive oil. Avocado oil should be okay too.
just made it – delicious! thank you!
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That’s awesome, Lori!! So glad you liked it! And thanks for the reminder that I need to make a batch. 😉
This is a great recipe and so much cheaper than buying store bought granola. For my addo-ins I used ground flax seed, pecans and toasted coconut. I’ll definitely be making this one again.!
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Yes, agreed!! Such an easy and yummy recipe. so glad you liked it. I love the sounds of those add-ins!
Degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit? This looks great. My son hates oats but loves peanut butter, so just maybe…. 🙂
Degrees F. You can use almond butter or sunflower seed butter if you like!