Keto Granola
This homemade keto granola is delicious, healthy, crunchy, gluten-free, and has no added sugar! It’s perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Granola has been a staple in many people’s breakfast routines for a very long time. Its versatility makes it an excellent choice for topping yogurt, serving with fresh fruit, or snacking on as a tasty treat. However, keto, low-carb, sugar-free granola is hard to find at most stores, and is way more expensive. Homemade keto granola will save you lots of carbs and help your grocery bill.
This keto granola recipe is the ultimate breakfast or snack for people on a keto or low-carb diet. It’s not only low in carbohydrates but also tasty, healthy, and packed with good fats.
What Is Keto Granola?
Keto granola is an adapted version of traditional granola, but it is low in carbs and high in fat. Traditional granola frequently includes carb-rich ingredients incompatible with the ketogenic diet, such as dried fruits, rolled oats, and honey. But in this keto granola recipe, these high-carbohydrate ingredients are replaced with keto-friendly ones like seeds, nuts, and natural low-carb sweeteners.
The result? A crunchy, filling, and healthy snack that gives you all the flavor and texture you want while perfectly complementing a ketogenic diet. It’s perfect for anyone trying to cut back on carbohydrates without compromising flavor or variety.
Why Make Keto Granola at Home
Oats and high-carb flour are common ingredients in store-bought granola.
A half cup of traditional granola with oats, honey, and almonds contains a whopping 35 grams of net carbohydrates per serving. Well over the recommended daily allowance of carbs on a keto diet. Considering that many people on the ketogenic diet consume less than 25 grams of net carbs per day, this is far too high to stay in ketosis.
This keto granola recipe is made with nuts and seeds and free from oats or high-carb grains and sugar, making it perfect for anyone on a ketogenic diet.
What You’ll Like About This Recipe
This homemade keto granola will be your new breakfast favorite. Because it’s:
- Homemade: Made with little effort in your kitchen.
- Saves money: Keto granola from stores is expensive compared to regular granola, often 3 to 5 times more expensive per ounce. This keto granola recipe will lighten your carb count and grocery bill.
- Easy to make: You only need a handful of ingredients. Additionally, it’s so simple to prepare that you will probably never again buy store-bought granola!
- Healthy: This keto nut granola is free of refined sugars and naturally sweetened with erythritol. It will make you feel fuller for longer.
- Crunchy and Delicious: This keto-friendly granola has the right texture and a rich vanilla flavor.
- Perfect Make-Ahead Breakfast: Make a big batch and you will have enough for weeks. Eating a bowl of keto breakfast is as simple as picking up a package of ready-made food.
- Customizable: Easily customized to suit your tastes. It also works great as a topping for yogurt (make sure your yogurt is keto-friendly, such as unsweetened Greek yogurt).
- Keto-Friendly and Gluten-Free: Perfect for anyone trying to cut carbs without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients for Keto Granola
- Choice of low-carb nuts: I used pecans and sliced almonds to add a satisfying crunch and a dose of healthy fats. You can also use your favorite nuts (keeping in mind their carb content).
- Seeds: I used pumpkin seeds and flax seeds for added crunch and goodness.
- Butter: You can substitute it with oil if you want. But for a nice and rich flavor, I strongly recommend using pure butter.
- Egg whites: Help bind the ingredients together.
- Erythritol: Naturally present in certain fruits and vegetables, erythritol is a food additive and sugar alternative.
- Vanilla extract: It adds a delicious vanilla flavor to your granola that you’ll surely love. Plus, it also adds moisture and creates a soft, fluffy texture.
- Salt: Enhances all the flavors.
How to Make Homemade Keto Granola
- Preheat: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Prep: In a large bowl, stir together the pecans, sliced almonds, pumpkin, and flax seeds. Set aside.
- Combine: In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients. Pour into the nut and seed mixture and stir to combine.
- Bake: Spread the granola mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet into an even layer. Bake for 15 minutes. Stir the mixture and bake another 10 to 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and cool at room temperature. The granola will dry and crisp as it cools.
Serving Suggestions
This best keto granola can be enjoyed in numerous delicious ways. Not limited nut including the following:
- Milk and Granola: Regular dairy milk is not keto, so substitute with almond milk, coconut milk, or other nut milks.
- Yogurt Parfait: Layer fresh berries, unsweetened Greek yogurt, and granola.
- Smoothie Bowl: For extra crunch, sprinkle over a creamy keto smoothie with fruits such as raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries (in moderation).
- Ice Cream Topping: Give keto-friendly ice cream a delicious crunch.
- Muffins: Add this keto granola as a crispy garnish or mix it into the muffin batter. Try these Keto Muffins with it!
- On-the-go snack: Perfect for hectic days or as fuel after working out.
Storing Your Keto Granola
After cooling completely, store the granola in an airtight container at room temp for 1 to 2 weeks.
For extended storage, refrigerate for up to two months. This makes it a great alternative to prepare ahead of time for hectic mornings or last-minute snacks.
Tips for Making Perfect Granola
- Use parchment paper: Using parchment paper will help prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Keep the Oven Temperature: The granola will get crispy without burning if baked at a lower temperature.
- Don’t stir quickly: After baking, let the granola cool completely without stirring for big clusters.
- Preserve freshness: Store the granola in an airtight jar, such as a Mason jar, at room temperature. Storing in the fridge will maintain freshness longer.
Variations and Substitutions
The versatility of this keto-friendly granola recipe is one of its best features:
- Different Nuts And Seeds: Walnuts, brazil nuts, hazelnuts, shredded coconut, and sunflower seeds work beautifully.
- Sweetener Swap: Substitute erythritol with other keto-friendly sweeteners like monk fruit syrup, yacon syrup, or stevia drops.
- Peanut Butter: Combine 1/4 cup sugar-free peanut butter with the regular butter and melt it together. As usual, you can then continue making my keto granola recipe.
- Dried Fruits: For added taste, mix in a handful of unsweetened dried fruits, such as blueberries, raspberries, or cranberries. However, due to their high carb content, dried blueberries and other berries should be consumed in moderation.
- Play around with the flavors: Vanilla essence, spices, or keto-friendly chocolate chips are some great options.
- SpiceL You can use cinnamon, pumpkin spice, a little nutmeg, or any other spice in this keto granola for a fall-themed breakfast.
Alternative Cooking Methods for Keto Granola
While baking is the most common method to make granola, there are various methods you can use according to your liking or accessible equipment:
The Stovetop Method
The stovetop method works well if you don’t have an oven or would rather prepare it quickly.
- Over medium heat, heat a large nonstick skillet.
- Add the chopped nuts and seeds. Toast, stirring often, for a few minutes.
- Whisk the remaining ingredients in a separate bowl and add that mixture to the pan to bind everything together.
- Cook until everything has a uniform coating and has begun to crisp up.
- Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool completely before storing.
The Air Fryer Method
Because of their versatility, air fryers can be used to quickly prepare small batches of granola:
- Set the air fryer’s temperature to 300° F.
- Combine the granola ingredients and distribute them evenly and thinly in the fryer basket.
- To ensure consistent cooking, shake the basket every five minutes while cooking for ten to fifteen minutes.
- Before storing, let the granola cool completely so that it crisps up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Granola Allowed on Keto Diet?
Traditional granola is made primarily of oats and often contains a significant amount of added sugars, making it unsuitable for a ketogenic diet. In contrast, keto granola combines nuts, seeds, and low-carbohydrate sweeteners to replicate the same flavor and texture.
Is Homemade Granola Better?
A lot of store-bought granolas are unhealthy due to their excessive added sugar and preservative content. Making your own granola gives you complete control over the ingredients, making it both healthy and keto-friendly.
How Do I Ensure My Granola Stays Crunchy?
Bake over low temperatures, stirring periodically, and let cool fully before storing. This ensures a crunchy texture.
Can I Make This Granola Ahead of Time?
Yes, definitely! You can make a big batch of this granola to enjoy all week long because it stores well.
Ready to fill your kitchen with the delicious aroma of homemade keto granola? Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready. Trust me, it’s so delicious that one batch won’t be enough!
Other Keto Recipes to Try
Looking for Keto Dinners? Try These
- Keto Cheeseburger Casserole
- Air Fryer Chicken Wings
- Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes
- Roasted Cornish Hens
- Keto Chicken Broccoli Casserole
- Easy Grilled Keto Buffalo Wings
Keto Granola
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, stir together the pecans, sliced almonds, pumpkin and flax seeds. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients. Pour into the nut and seed mixture and stir to combine.
- Spread the granola mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet into an even layer. Bake for 15 minutes. Stir the mixture and bake another 10 to 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and cool at room temperature. The granola will dry and crisp as it cools.
- Serving suggestions: serve with desired milk or mix with granola. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temp for up to two weeks.
I love a man that cooks and this granola was so good. I made a bunch and have been eating it daily with dairy-free yogurt.
This is a great, class granola recipe..even better that it’s keto. I loved how easily it came together. So delicious too!
This combination made with so many nuts was super filling! I paired with a plain Greek yogurt and the crunch added nice texture + plenty of fiber and protein to keep me full all morning
I’ve got to make a lot of it this time, because it goes away quickly!! So good.
This granola is addictive!! And I’m so glad I can eat it without a blood sugar spike!!! Whew.
This is absolutely delicious. I saw keto, and I wasn’t so sure, but I gave it a try, and it’s delicious! I really, really love it.
I absolutely love this! The flavor is spectacular, and I love that it’s low carb. Yum!