Gluten-Free Classic Granola

Indulge in satisfyingly crunchy clusters of gluten-free oats, toasted nuts, and warm spices, kissed with a touch of sweetness. This homemade granola offers a delightful texture and comforting aroma, perfect for a wholesome start to your day or a satisfying snack.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Total: 35 min Serves: 8

At a glance: This easy breakfast recipe yields 8 servings in about 35 minutes (10 min prep, 25 min cook). It uses 8 ingredients — including gluten-free old-fashioned oats, mixed nuts, pumpkin seeds — and walks through 5 steps. Updated October 24, 2026. Browse more breakfast recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

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Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Classic Granola: When preparing this breakfast recipe, to ensure this recipe remains gluten-free, it is essential to use gluten-free oats and verify that all other ingredients, especially nuts and spices, are processed in a gluten-free facility. Be mindful of shared equipment in your kitchen. In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Classic Granola: This recipe is naturally gluten-free, relying on gluten-free oats and avoiding any gluten-containing grains. Always check ingredient labels for certification.

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Ingredients

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3 cups gluten-free old-fashioned oats Shop
1 cup mixed nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, pecans) Shop
0.5 cup pumpkin seeds Shop
0.5 cup honey or maple syrup Shop
0.25 cup coconut oil, melted Shop
1 tsp pure vanilla extract Shop
0.5 tsp ground cinnamon Shop
0.5 tsp salt

Instructions

1 Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking. This ensures your granola bakes evenly and doesn't adhere to the pan.
2 In a generously sized mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free old-fashioned oats, your chosen mixed nuts, and the pumpkin seeds. Ensure all the dry ingredients are well-distributed before proceeding to the next step.
3 In a separate, smaller bowl, whisk together the honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, pure vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until thoroughly combined. Pour this liquid mixture over the oat and nut mixture and toss everything together until all the dry ingredients are evenly coated with the wet ingredients, ensuring a consistent flavor throughout.
4 Spread the coated granola mixture in a single, even layer across the prepared baking sheet. Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes, stirring the granola halfway through the baking time, until it is golden brown and fragrant. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning, as ovens can vary.
5 Once baked to a beautiful golden hue, remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the granola to cool completely on the sheet without stirring. This crucial step encourages the formation of delicious, satisfying clusters. Once fully cooled, break up any large clumps and store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Nutrition (per serving)

320

Calories

Protein

38g

Carbs

16g

Fat

Fiber

150mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Press the granola down with a spatula before baking and leave it untouched while it cools for bigger clusters.
Add dried fruit after baking, if you like. It burns and hardens in the oven.
When stirring halfway, as step 4 says, move the edge pieces to the center, since they brown first.

Common questions

How long does Gluten-Free Classic Granola take?

Gluten-Free Classic Granola takes about 35 minutes: 10 minutes to prep and 25 minutes to cook, for 8 servings.

What should I check before making Gluten-Free Classic Granola with celiac disease?

Written with gluten-free ingredients. Use products labeled gluten-free, check labels, and ask your clinician about your own needs.

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Classic Granola?

Check gluten-free old-fashioned oats, mixed nuts, pumpkin seeds before they go into Gluten-Free Classic Granola. To ensure this recipe remains gluten-free, it is essential to use gluten-free oats and verify that all other ingredients, especially nuts and spices, are processed in a gluten-free facility. Be mindful of shared equipment in your kitchen. In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.

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