Peanut Butter Granola

This Peanut Butter Granola is easy, healthy, and ready in thirty minutes. This recipe is free of refined sugars and requires only six simple, everyday ingredients!

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Why we love this recipe

The best thing about homemade granola is having control over the ingredients. Store-bought granola can be loaded with sugar and other additives that you may want to avoid.

Just like this protein granola, it is delicious, crunchy, and satisfying.

This recipe is also naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan! Bonus!

Peanut butter granola in a glass jar.

Ingredients

  • oats – we use old-fashioned rolled oats but quick oats can also be substituted. Use a certified gluten-free variety for allergies.
  • peanut butter – natural peanut butter is recommended to give your granola a richer and more authentic peanut flavor. Either chunky or smooth both work well.
  • maple syrup – you can also use honey as a sweetener but it will no longer be considered vegan.
  • coconut sugar
  • coconut oil
  • sea salt – just a pinch to tie all of the ingredients together. If your peanut butter is salted omit the salt.
Ingredients on a counter.

Equipment

Instructions

Step 1

First, start by preheating your oven and lining the baking sheet with parchment paper. Set that aside for now.

Step 2

Next, in a small pan over medium-low heat, melt together the peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar, coconut oil, and sea salt.

Then, keep stirring it until the ingredients are blended together and silky smooth. Once it is combined remove from the heat.

A spatula stirring a mixture in a small saucepan.

Step 3

Then, in a mixing bowl add 1 cup of the oats and pour the peanut butter mixture over top. Stir this well, then add the second cup.

Note – You could also save yourself a few dishes and just add the oats right into the pot and stir!

Keep stirring until everything is well combined.

Oats being stirred with a peanut butter mixture in a bowl.

Step 4

Next, spread the granola mixture into an even layer onto the baking sheet.

Granola mixture spread evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 5

Then, bake for 20 minutes, flipping the granola after 10 minutes to make sure nothing is burning.

Once it is golden brown, remove the granola from the oven.

A pan of golden brown granola.

Step 6

Finally, press the mixture down firmly with a flat spatula while it is still hot to help form the clusters.

Let the granola cool completely which takes about 10-15 minutes.

A flat spatula pressing down on a granola mixture in a pan.

Expert tip

Once the granola is baked, allow it to cool completely before storing it in an airtight container. This will help it become crispy and retain its texture.

Making sure the granola is completely cooled before storing will help to prevent moisture buildup.

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Recipe variations

  • Use almond butter instead of peanut butter and add a pinch of cinnamon for a warm and cozy taste.
  • Try this Vanilla Almond Granola version by adding crunchy nuts and vanilla extract to the mix.
  • Press in some dried fruit such as raisins or cranberries into the granola mixture for a sweet and chewy element.
  • Try using a variety of different nut or seed butter such as tahini, sunflower seed butter, or cashew butter.

Serving suggestions

  • Enjoy it by the handful as a tasty and healthy snack option.
  • Have a healthy cereal by pouring a bit of milk over top and adding a few fresh berries.
  • Sprinkle it over yogurt in the morning for a satisfying breakfast. Make a parfait by layering it with the yogurt and adding nuts like chopped pecans or walnuts and a few chocolate chips.
  • Add a handful to your morning oatmeal for a crunchy texture.

FAQS

How can I make my granola clump together?

To achieve those desired clusters in your peanut butter granola, make sure to press the mixture firmly together when spreading it on the baking sheet. Avoid stirring the granola too frequently during baking, as this can prevent clumping. Once the granola is baked, press it down again with a flat spatula and then allow it to cool completely before breaking it apart.

How many calories are in peanut butter granola?

This recipe makes four generous servings with about 460 calories per serving. It is also packed with protein and is high in fiber.

Storing tips

Keep this granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you live in a humid environment, you can also store it in the refrigerator to extend its shelf life.

Store it in the freezer for up to a month.

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**This recipe was originally posted on July 17, 2015, updated on October 6, 2019, and updated again on June 25, 2023.**

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Peanut Butter Granola

Sharon Rhodes
This Peanut Butter Granola is easy, healthy, and ready in thirty minutes. This recipe is free of refined sugars and requires only six simple, everyday ingredients!
4.52 from 66 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cool 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 460 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 325°and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt together the peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar, coconut oil, and sea salt. Keep stirring for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is smooth.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the oats, one cup at a time. Stir until well combined.
  • Spread the mixture evenly onto your prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, flipping after 10 minutes to make sure nothing burns.
  • Remove from the oven and press the mixture down firmly with a flat spatula.
  • Let it cool completely in the pan before breaking into clusters.

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Notes

Storing tips

Keep this granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you live in a humid environment, you can also store it in the refrigerator to extend its shelf life.
Store it in the freezer for up to a month.

Nutrition

Serving: 4Calories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 13gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 318mgPotassium: 397mgFiber: 5gSugar: 22gCalcium: 55mgIron: 2.5mg
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5 Comments

    1. Awesome! Love the addition of the cranberries. Sometimes I toss some raisins in too. Thanks Jerilea. 🙂

  1. 5 stars
    Love!!!!! My husband can’t stop eating it! It’s soooo good! I did not use quick oats, just gluten free oats and I used 1 tbs of brown sugar and 1 tbs of organic sugar in lieu of the 3 tbs of coconut sugar as I did not have coconut sugar on hand.

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