There’s a new sweet snack on the block and it’s stealing our hearts! This is crunchy, maple-infused Buckwheat The granola is nutty, perfectly sweet and completely oat-free (we’re looking at you, oat-free friends!) Oh, and incidentally oil-free too!
This new twist has all the snackable perfection you know and love about the classic, but with an epic flavor pairing: cherry + almond. only 9 ingredients And 30 minutes Necessary! Let us show you how it’s done!
this Buckwheat granola Starts with a sweet, rich, salty combination of maple syrup, almond butter, salt and cinnamon. Then we add one of our two leading ladies: almond extract (*circular Applause*). we are the love Almond and buckwheat combo, but if you’re not a fan of almond extract, you can use vanilla instead!
Then it’s time for All the goodies! Toasty Buckwheat Groats (our other leading lady, welcome) combine with chopped almonds, coconut flakes and chia seeds. Its perfect balance Crunchy, sweet, nutty, and healthy. Come to uncle!
After mixing, we spread and bake the granola in a single layer, creating a super hunky, chunky Results. After baking, dried cherries (or another dried fruit of choice) are added for tart-sweet goodness. Done and dusted!
We can’t wait for you to try this granola! This is:
crunchy
nuts
Maple-mixed
very sweet
And super snackable!
Enjoy it on its own or with your choice of milk or yogurt. Direct face-to-face kisses are also welcomed and encouraged.
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serving 16 (~1/4 cup serving)
- 2/3 the cup Maple syrup
- 1/4 the cup Nut butter
- 1/2 teaspoon Sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon Almond extract
- 2 the cup Raw Buckwheat Groats (Hulled)
- 1 the cup Chop or chop the nuts
- 3/4 the cup Coconut flakes (unsweetened)
- 3 table spoon Chia seeds
- 1/2 the cup Dried cherries (or other dried fruit of choice), roughly chopped (optional)
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Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (162 C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Add the maple syrup, almond butter, salt, cinnamon, and almond extract to a large mixing bowl and whisk until well combined. Add buckwheat groats, almonds, coconut flakes and chia seeds. Mix well with a spatula or spoon.
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Transfer the granola to the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer.
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Bake for 15 minutes, then remove from oven and toss. It may feel quite moist and soft; This is normal! Bake for another 10-15 minutes or until dark golden brown and fragrant. Remove from oven and let cool completely before adding dried fruit (optional) and serving.
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Enjoy with dairy-free milk or yogurt of choice! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated without optional ingredients.
Worship: 1 (quarter cup) serving Calories: 215 Sugars: 30.9 g Protein: 5.2 g Fat: 9.3 g Saturated Fat: 2.8 g Polyunsaturated Fats: 2 g Monounsaturated fats: 3.7 g Trans fats: 0 g Cholesterol: 0 mg Sodium: 81 mg Potassium: 201 mg Fiber: 4.9 g Sugar: 10.8 g Vitamin A: 0 IU Vitamin C: 0 mg Calcium: 62 mg Iron: 1.4 mg