Homemade Chunky Granola with Macadamia Nuts
This Homemade Chunky Granola is way better than anything store bought! In fact, you’ll never buy store bought again. This macadamia nut granola is easy to make and so crispy. It it versatile and can be enjoyed many ways. In addition to being Paleo and gluten free, this granola is made with healthy ingredients. I promise you’ll never go back!
Ingredients
A whisked egg white helps the granola clump together.
Macadamia nuts are a little sweet, slightly creamy and a little buttery. In addition, they are a healthy fat.
Almonds are crispy, crunchy and they are the perfect addition to this macadamia nut granola.
Coconut flakes add a little sweetness.
Loaded with vitamins and minerals, pecans add a pop of crunch to the granola.
Chia seeds are packed with antioxidants and have become known as a super food. Additionally, these seeds help bind the granola together.
Flax seeds have a myriad of health benefits. They’re a popular super food.
Maple syrup is a common Paleo liquid sweetener. In this case, its sticky nature helps create those sought after chunks of granola.
The vanilla extract adds just enough flavor!
Use refined coconut oil for no flavor, or unrefined for a slight coconut flavor. In addition, use room temperature coconut for this recipe.
A little bit of cinnamon goes a long way in flavoring this granola.
Totally optional. If many of the nuts you use are already salted, feel free to skip.
How to Make
Step 1
First, preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Then, whisk together egg white and water.
Step 3
Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender. Then, blend until chunky.
Step 4
Next, spread granola into one even layer on baking sheet.
Step 5
Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven. Then, cover granola with aluminum foil. Return to oven.
Step 6
Cook an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 7
Remove from oven and cool for at least 2 hours. Finally, break granola into chunks.
How to Make Homemade Granola Clumpy
- Whisk egg and water completely.
- To make granola clumpy, spread into one even layer before baking.
- Allow granola to cool at least 2 hours, if not more.
- Once completely cooled, break granola into chunks.
How to Serve & Store
Add this macadamia nut granola to smoothie bowl, yogurt parfaits, or pair with homemade almond milk. Additionally, it’s easy, versatile and delicious!
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Get the Recipe: Homemade Chunky Granola with Macadamia Nuts
Ingredients
- 1 egg white, whisked
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 cup macadamia nuts
- 1 cup almonds
- 1/2 cup coconut flakes
- 1 cup pecans
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp flax seeds
- 1/3 cup maple syrup, or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- pinch sea salt
Instructions
- First, preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Then, whisk egg white and water together.
- Add all ingredients (including egg white) to a food processor or blender. Process just a few times, until nuts are broken up.
- Spread granola into one even layer on baking sheet.
- Then, bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and place a piece of aluminum foil over the granola.
- Return to oven and bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until crispy.
- Remove from oven. Cool granola on pan for at least 2 hours.
- Finally, break granola into pieces and enjoy!
Notes
- The granola will become more crispy as it cools.
- Allow granola to cool completely before breaking into chunks.
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9 Comments on “Homemade Chunky Granola with Macadamia Nuts”
I will NEVER go back to store bought after this!!! So delicious and easy to make. I can’t wait to try other variations!!
This granola is so SO good! And it definitely beats out any store-bought granola that I’ve had plus I love being able to control the ingredients that go into this homemade granola versus some of the added sugars that are included in store-bought.
hmm a great breakfast recipe! So yummy!
Love the macadamia nuts in this recipe….fresh and interesting.
I love macadamia nuts! This was so good!
We loved it! Such a delicious recipe! Thank you for sharing
Wow! That is truely decent chunky granola! Absolutely love it! I totally agree – homemade granola is so much better than store bought.
Oh my… this granola is my favorite! Can’t wait to try this recipe and start nibbling.
This is delicious! What a perfect breakfast, or makes a fantastic edible gift.