5 Minute 'No Grain' Granola

This is a SUPER QUICK recipe and it is great for sprinkling over yogurt & fruit, adding to porridge, smoothies, desserts, crumbles!

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: MAKES 9 SERVINGS 

EACH SERVING PER PERSON = 2 TABLESPOONS 

PER SERVING: 263KCAL / FAT: 21.2G (Saturates 6.6g) / PROTEIN: 8.3g / SUGARS: 5.6g / CARBS 12.2g

 

Here are more reasons to make it today:

• Its highly nutritious so only a small portion is needed to give a great taste and to ensure you get the nutrition you need.

• Homemade granola is high in goods fats needed for brain and body function.

• Homemade granola cuts out added chemical sugars giving you a food high in fibre, giving you a feeling of fullness for longer

• Homemade granola is higher in protein content and prevents blood sugar spikes associated with other processed cereals

• Seeds and nuts provide a great source of ZINC, MAGNESIUM, TRYPTOPHAN all helping to assist with promoting sleep.

• Nuts / Seeds also assist in helping to lower blood pressure, lower blood sugar levels and keep the heart function healthy.

• Goji Berries are deemed a super food and contain a high content of Vitamin A supporting eye and skin health.

• Cacao nibs are the least processed cocoa product and high in powerful nutrients. They contain powerful antioxidants (Flavonoids) and magnesium needed for brain, bone health and nervous system function.

• Coconut oil is high in saturated fat – (MCT’s) Medium chain triglycerides – they go straight to the liver where they are used immediately for energy or ketones.

 

Blitz the following:

• 75g mixed nuts

• 75g pumpkin seeds

• 75g sunflower seeds

• 50g desiccated coconut

• 1 tbsp of chia seeds

Add into the mix:

• 1 tsp cinnamon powder

• Pinch Sea Salt

Heat a pan and add:

• 1- 2 tbsp of coconut oil melted

• 30ml of maple syrup

• 1 tsp vanilla essence

• Add in your blitzed granola mix and heat / toast for 5-10 mins. Turn down the heat as required to prevent burning and sticking.

Finally Add in at the end (optional)

• 25g goji berries

• 25g cacao nibs

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