Name: Crunchy Buckwheat Granola
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 28 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 19 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 cup raw buckwheat groats; 1.5 cup gluten-free rolled oats ((or sub all buckwheat groats)); 0.75 cup chopped raw nuts or seeds ((pecans, cashews, and/or walnuts are best, or sub sesame or sunflower seeds)); 0.5 cup unsweetened coconut flakes ((or shredded coconut)); 2 tbsp chia seeds ((or flax seeds)); 3 tbsp coconut sugar ((or other dry sweetener of choice)); 0.5 tsp sea salt; 0.75 tsp ground cinnamon; 0.25 cup coconut oil ((or avocado, or olive oil. See notes for oil-free options)); 0.5 cup maple syrup ((plus more to taste // or other liquid sweetener of choice)); 3 tbsp nut or seed butter ((optional, we prefer peanut or almond)); 0.33 cup dried fruit ((optional, we prefer dried blueberries // or sub dark chocolate chips added once granola has cooled)); null null fresh fruit; null null plant milk

Crunchy Buckwheat Granola

This easy and wholesome buckwheat granola combines oats, coconut, and nuts, all naturally sweetened for a satisfyingly crunchy texture. Requiring just 10 ingredients, it's a perfect healthier breakfast or snack. Enjoy it with your favorite plant milk and seasonal fruit. This recipe is naturally vegan and gluten-free.

Instructions

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1

Preheat oven to 325 F (163 C). In a mixing bowl, combine the raw buckwheat groats (1.5 cups), gluten-free rolled oats (1.5 cups), chopped raw nuts or seeds (0.75 cup), unsweetened coconut flakes (0.5 cup), chia seeds (2 tbsp), coconut sugar (3 tbsp), sea salt (0.5 tsp), and ground cinnamon (0.75 tsp). Stir to combine.
2

In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the coconut oil (0.25 cup) and maple syrup (0.5 cup) until melted and combined. Add the nut or seed butter (3 tbsp) (optional) and stir. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well to coat.
3

Spread the mixture evenly onto a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes (or until fragrant and deep golden brown), stirring near the halfway point for even baking.
4

Add the dried fruit (0.33 cup) while the granola is still warm. If adding chocolate, wait until cooled completely. Store cooled granola in an airtight container for a few weeks, or freeze for up to 1 month or longer.