Sugar Free Granola Recipe – Apple Pie Style
I love granola. It’s one of those “perfect foods” to me. Filled with healthy, filling ingredients and completely customizable, homemade granola is hard to beat (check out these chocolate chip granola bars one if you don’t believe me. And since it’s apple season, it only makes sense to whip up this homemade, soft, chewy, sugar free granola recipe that makes your house smell like apple pie!
As a kid, I always had granola in the house. Not only was it quick to grab out the door but it made an easy after school snack with some milk or on top of yogurt. Unfortunately, my granola back then was sugar filled and a lot less healthy than I’d like now! But it did start my love of granola and thus it only made sense that there’s always some in the house!
This gluten free sugar free granola recipe is is not only tasty (apple pie flavored!!) but smells amazing. It actually makes your house smell like cinnamon apple goodness.
The Perks Of The Gluten Free Sugar Free Granola Recipe
Because it’s a sugar free granola recipe, It’s bursting with healthy fats. This not only makes it taste great but help keep you full too. Instead of a crunchy texture like my almond granola this one is soft and chewy.
This apple pie granola also uses cashew butter- one of my favorites! Cashews may not have a lot of fiber but they do contain a ton of nutrients like vitamins E, K and B6. They’re super rich which means you don’t need a lot of them to get an awesome flavor.
The best part though is that this is a sugar free granola recipe. This makes it amazing for little kids. Thanks to the fresh apples and sauce, the recipe doesn’t need any more added to it.
It contains no processed sugars which makes it utterly healthy and perfect as a snack or quick breakfast (or an after school snack for kiddos!)
This gluten free sugar free granola recipe uses only real foods to keep it delicious, hearty and healthy.
Thanks to all of the fats and plant based proteins this sugar free granola recipe helps keep kids fueled and doesn’t come with a crazy sugar crash like many store bought options!
To be honest, I’m the person that sneaks into the fridge and leaves with handfuls of granola – I just can’t stop munching! ? But this apple pie granola also tastes amazing on top yogurt, a green smoothie bowl or just warm in a bowl with almond milk.
And lastly, if you need one last reason to make this granola it’s because it smells amazing. Seriously, leave the fresh vanilla bean on the tray while it cooks and your house will be perfect for company!
Ingredients In The Apple Pie Granola
- 3/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 cup Walnuts
- 1/2 cup raw almonds
- 1 1/4 cup large toasted coconut flakes
- 1/3 cup unsweetened Shredded Coconut
- 1 cup gluten free regular oats
- 1/2 cup rice puffs or more oats
- 2 tablespoons bee pollen
- 5 tablespoons Cinnamon
- 3tbs coconut oil (measured solid)
- 1/3 cup cashew butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 inch vanilla bean
- 1 apple (3/4 cup) peeled and grated
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How To Make The Sugar Free Granola Recipe
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.
Combine the almonds and walnuts in a food processor and process until chunky (leave pieces for texture!)
In a large bowl combine all dry ingredients up to and including the cinnamon.
Melt the coconut oil in the microwave and combine with the cashew butter, vanilla and applesauce. Whisk until smooth.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry and stir briefly.
Add in the shredded apple and mix until everything looks a bit wet.
On a large tray, spread out the granola into a thin layer and press down with a silicone spatula. You want to press down firmly to try and keep the granola somewhat stuck together versus spread out.
Bake for 12 minutes then stir the granola, pressing it down again.
Bake another fourteen minutes until granola is starting to brown (it won’t look quite done yet)
Remove from oven and let sit for one hour to firm up before moving.
Makes roughly 3 cups.
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Note: use large toasted coconut flakes (not shredded). It makes the recipe far more delicious! Note: the nutrition uses oats in place of rice puffs. I believe rice puffs are lower in calories though. Note: Makes 3 cups worth of granola
Healthy, Homemade & Sugar Free Apple Pie Granola
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Fall is one of my favorite seasons for anything apple flavored (though to be honest, I make apple pie granola year round- why limit it to just one season?!) and this recipe is no exception. This homemade, sugar free granola recipe is hearty and healthy. Because it’s real food based, it’s the perfect snack to whip up! Apple pie granola makes for an easy breakfast, snack or topper for busy moms and kids.
This granola sounds yummy! I love that it does not have any added sugar!
I definitely try to steer clear of added sugars as I don’t let my little one have any so this granola is perfect. Plus.. apples! 😀
This looks like a fantastic snack! Gotta try this!!
I love homemade granola! Such an easy snack 🙂
This looks absolutely delicious. Where we live it is still over 100 degrees (in September) but I can’t wait for it to cool off and start making some fall recipes. This one is definitely on the list!
Okay, I am so jealous of your temperature.. lol But yes, this is a tasty fall one! Just as you’re getting ready to curl up and enjoy warm, comfort food! Enjoy!
This homemade apple pie granola looks like a pretty delicious on-the-go snack!
That it is! I love it as a yogurt topper too!
Yum! This looks delicious! I will definitely have to try to make these!
XO-Lisa
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Enjoy it- it makes an awesome snack!
Oh this looks so good and is right up my alley! I just made a homemade apple pie over the weekend and LOVED it! I’ll be sure to try this one next! Thanks!!!
No problem Christine I hope you enjoy it! I love making the house smell like apple cinnamon and granola is just perfect for snacks!
Really love how you presented your blog with the images and all. Great job. And that granola recipe, I’ll have to learn that. Look so good!
Thanks so much! It was a long learning process lol I’m glad it has paid off!
This recipe is perfect for apple season. I can’t wait to make this recipe with my kids.
My little one loves granola so this was a huge win- I hope your kids enjoy it!
Apple pie granola?!!! This sounds amazing! I can’t wait for apple season, so I can try this recipe. Yum!
Haha I know right?! So tasty and warming- enjoy it!
YUM! I love Granola. Your Apple Pie Granola is getting me in the mood for Fall (even though I don’t like Fall).
I don’t like fall because it gets cold haha but I do love the tastiness that comes with it!
HUBBA HUBBA! Mouth open. Tongue outttttt and drooling!!!
Haha I know right?! Granola kicks butt
I love granola but have not made my own yet. You’re inspiring me to give it a try!! Looks delicious. 🙂
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Definitely give it a try- though fair warning it’s addictive 😉
This seems perfect for the changing seasons! I would love this as an afternoon snack.
It makes a great snack on it’s own or topped with almond milk or on top of yogurt.. I love it all lol
This looks tasty and I love granola. This is a great treat for kids since there isn’t sugar added.Love the recipe!
Yes! My little one loves it as a snack 🙂
Sounds great.. But how do you store it and how long can you keep it.. Will give it a try..??
I store mine in a jar in the fridge! It gets eaten in about four days because we have some serious granola issues 😉 I’ve kept it for up to three weeks in the fridge though (although I haven’t tried freezing it!)