Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (2024)

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A delicious, healthy keto granola recipe. Homemade grain free granola made easily using nuts, coconut, sweetener and spices.

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Our keto granola recipe is a delicious combination of nut, seeds and coconut that is simple to make and much cheaper than store-bought alternatives. Perfect for sprinkling on top of some Greek yogurt or a chia pudding for a tasty snack or breakfast. This recipe is grain free, gluten free and low carb, so a great healthy option. There is a reason this is one of the most popular recipes on our website, it is easy to make and morish!

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1 Why we love this recipe!

2 What you will need to make this recipe

3 Step by step instructions

4 Keto Breakfasts

6 Keto Granola FAQ’s

7 Keto Granola

Why we love this recipe!

  • Save money making keto granola at home rather than buying the expensive store-bought options.
  • Using grocery store ingredients that you may already have in your pantry.
  • Quick and easy to make with no need for a food processor or other equipment.
  • Crunchy, sweet and delicious and you will not miss the oats!

What you will need to make this recipe

You can use any nuts and seeds you have on hand. Macadamia, Brazil, pecan and walnuts are the nuts lowest in carbs and are great for keeping the total carbs per serve as low as possible. Other nuts that will also work well are hazelnuts and almonds.

Seeds that work well with this granola recipe are chia, flax, hemp, pumpkin, sesame and sunflower seeds. We like to include hemp seeds as we like the texture and they add some extra protein.

  • Coconut – We prefer to use shredded or flaked coconut in this recipe, as it is the bulk of the granola replacing the traditional oats or other grains.
  • Almonds – It is best to use raw, unsalted almonds for this recipe. Blanched, slivered or flaked almonds would also work.
  • Macadamias – It is best to use raw, unsalted macadamia nuts.
  • Pecans – It is best to use raw, unsalted pecan nuts.
  • Sesame seeds – It is best to use raw seeds that are not salted or toasted.
  • Pumpkin seeds – It is best to use raw seeds that are not salted or toasted.
  • Chia or hemp seeds – It is best to use raw seeds that are not salted or toasted.
  • Butter – Any butter will work in this recipe. For a dairy-free alternative you can use coconut oil instead.
  • Sweetener – We like to use Sukrin Gold in this recipe, it is a brown sugar alternative. You can use any one-for-one sugar replacement you prefer.
  • Cinnamon – We used ground cinnamon in this recipe. You can use more or less cinnamon to your preference.
  • Vanilla extract – Any vanilla extract or paste will work in this recipe. You can leave it out if you would prefer.
  • Salt – We use fine Himalayan pink salt, you can use any salt you prefer. It helps to bring out the flavor and sweetness of the nuts.
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You may need –

You will need a large, flat baking sheet so you can spread out the granola to bake it evenly in the oven. It would be helpful if the baking sheet had a small lip also.

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Step by step instructions

  1. Chop the nuts roughly and place all the nuts, seeds and coconut in a large bowl. Toss to combine.
  2. In a small jug or bowl, combine the melted butter, sweetener, cinnamon, vanilla and salt. Mix well.
  3. Add the butter mixture to the nuts and seeds. Stir well to ensure all the coconut and nuts are coated in the butter mixture.
  4. Spread the granola out on a lined baking sheet in an even layer and bake in the oven until golden brown. You will need to stir the granola 2-3 times during baking to ensure the coconut doesn’t brown.
  5. Once it is golden brown, remove the baking sheet from the oven and place on a cooling rack to cool down.
  6. Once the granola is cooled completely, store in an airtight jar or container.
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Keto Breakfasts

Elevate your mornings with our range of keto-friendly and low-carb breakfast recipes that bring a burst of flavor and nourishment to your table. Start your day off right with these delectable recipes that will keep you energized and satisfied until lunchtime.

Some of our favorite keto breakfast recipes include:

  • Protein chia pudding (perfect to have with the keto granola!)
  • Breakfast smoothie
  • Creamy baked eggs
  • Smoothie bowl
  • Ham and cheese muffins
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Expert tips, suggestions & how to store

  • Dairy free option – Swap out the butter for coconut oil for a dairy free and vegan option
  • Storage – Once the granola has completely cooled, it is best stored in an airtight container or jar.
  • Granola texture – If you wanted a finer chop on the nuts you can chop in a food processor, just be careful not to make it too fine. I prefer the texture when the nuts are roughly hand chopped.
  • Serving suggestions – With Greek yogurt and berries, on top of a chia pudding, by the handful for a quick snack!
  • Baking tips – When mixture is in the oven, keep an eye on it as the coconut can catch easily. The time in the oven depends on your oven, so watch that it doesn’t burn and make sure that you stir 2-3 times.
  • Maple granola – We like to add a small dash of maple flavoring to this granola, for a yummy maple taste. You can find the maple flavor here. For Australians, you can find maple flavour here.
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Keto Granola FAQ’s

Is granola allowed on keto diet?

Traditional granola that contain oats, dried fruit, sugar, maple syrup, honey or other grains are not keto-friendly. It is easy to make a keto-friendly granola using nuts, seeds and coconut, like in this keto granola recipe.

What kind of cereal can you eat on keto?

There are keto-friendly cereals available online and at the grocery store which are made without the traditional grains and sugars. Some popular brands are Catalina Crunch, Magic Spoon, Lakanto and Nutrail.

Are oats keto-friendly?

There are 29g of carbohydrates in one ¼ cup serve of oats, so they do not fit into a keto diet.

What grains to avoid on keto?

All grains are avoided on a keto diet including, wheat, rice, oats, corn, quinoa, barley and rye.

Can you eat yogurt on keto?

The best yogurt for a keto diet is unsweetened, unflavored full fat Greek yogurt.

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A delicious, healthy keto granola recipe. Homemade grain free granola made easily using nuts, coconut, sweetener and spices.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Keto, Low Carb

Servings: 16

Calories: 175kcal

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups coconut, shredded or flaked (100g)
  • ½ cup pecans, roughly chopped (50g)
  • cup macadamias, roughly chopped (50g)
  • cup almonds, roughly chopped (50g)
  • ¼ cup pumpkin seeds (40g)
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds (15g)
  • 2 tbsp hemp or chia seeds (20g)

Wet Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter, melted and cooled (60g or 2oz)
  • 3 tbsp preferred sweetener
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon, ground
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F/180C. Line a large baking tray or cookie sheet with non-stick baking paper.

  • Combine all the coconut, nuts and seeds in a large bowl.

  • In a small jug or bowl, mix together all the wet ingredients and spices until combined.

  • Mix the wet mixture through the nuts and seeds until the dry ingredient mixture is completely coated with the butter mixture.

  • Spread the mixture out evenly on a baking tray.

  • Bake for 10 minutes or until golden, stirring 2-3 times during the baking process. You need to keep a close eye on the granola to make sure the coconut doesn't burn.

  • Remove the tray from the oven and place on a cooling rack. Allow to cool completely before storing in an airtight container or jar.

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Notes

Makes 4 cups.Serving size is ¼ cup

Note: This is based on the ingredients we used, nutritional information may vary depending on the ingredients used.
    • Dairy free option – Swap out the butter for coconut oil for a dairy free and vegan option
    • Storage – Once the granola has completely cooled, it is best stored in an airtight container or jar.
    • Granola texture – If you wanted a finer chop on the nuts you can chop in a food processor, just be careful not to make it too fine. I prefer the texture when the nuts are roughly hand chopped.
    • Baking tips – When mixture is in the oven, keep an eye on it as the coconut can catch easily. The time in the oven depends on your oven, so watch that it doesn’t burn and make sure that you stir 2-3 times.

Nutrition Per Serve

Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 17g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Net Carbs: 1g

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  1. Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (21)Private Proxy Servers says

    Excellent article. I will be facing many of these issues as well..

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  2. Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (22)Jenny says

    Hands down best low carb granola! Thank you Erika and Dan. Beats Farmer Joe Keto granola any day. I used a teaspoon of Lakanto Maple syrup, as I didn’t have the maple flavour. My 13 year olds love it on greek yoghurt and berries for breakfast and dessert.

    Reply

    • Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (23)Erika Burt & Danielle Coonerty says

      Thank you so much Jenny. We are glad you all love it.

      Reply

  3. Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (24)Elane says

    Haven’t bought low carb granola in over 6 months. This recipe is easy to make and tastes great. On high rotation with a fresh batch made every 2 weeks. Love it

    Reply

    • Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (25)havebutterwilltravel says

      Love this! Thanks Elane

      Reply

  4. Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (26)Theresa Morrison says

    Absolutely delicious and so very easy to make!

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    • Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (27)havebutterwilltravel says

      Thanks Theresa!

      Reply

  5. Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (28)Karen and Emily says

    We started researching keto and made a decision to change or diet. We’ve been doing keto for three weeks now and needed some quick alternative ideas for breakfast. We just happened to stumble across your blog. Once we read over it, we thought OMG! this sounds delicious. We pulled out all the ingredients from our pantry and made it straight away. We made a yoghurt parfait bowl with your GRANOLA, Our taste buds went crazy! it was sensational!!!!!

    WE GAVE YOU A 5 STAR RATING

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  6. Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (29)Suzanne says

    This recipe is a winner!
    I make it for myself and gifts for others and had nothing but good reports ?

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    • Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (30)havebutterwilltravel says

      Thanks Suzanne

      Reply

  7. Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (31)Candy says

    So yummy!! Best granola recipe I’ve tried- so good! My favourite treat is granola and sour cream.

    Reply

    • Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (32)havebutterwilltravel says

      Thanks Candy! Sounds like a yummy treat

      Reply

    • Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (33)Ashley says

      Absolutely delicious.

      I’ve tried a few, and this is absolutely the yummiest.

      Reply

      • Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (34)Erika Burt & Danielle Coonerty says

        Thanks Ashley!

        Reply

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Quick & Easy Keto Granola Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Can you have granola on a keto diet? ›

Eating typical granola on the keto diet isn't a good idea. Keto involves eating very low sugar and low carb, and most granolas you can buy at the grocery store have significantly more carbs than is ideal for getting into – and staying in – ketosis.

What ingredient makes granola stick together? ›

Add an egg white.

The whites act as a kind of glue that binds the ingredients together. To ensure that the egg whites coat all the ingredients, I beat them with a whisk until foamy and increased in volume, which makes it much easier to fold into the granola.

Is granola a good carb or bad carb? ›

"Standard granola often contains rolled oats, which provide fiber and complex carbohydrates, and nuts that contribute healthy fats, plant protein and vitamin E," says Gellman. On the flip side, it can also be a source of saturated fats and added sugars, which are harmful for your heart when eaten in excess.

Is peanut butter OK on keto? ›

Peanut butter can definitely be part of a keto diet, but it's best to stick to plain options that are free of extra flavors and sweeteners. Almond butter is a good choice, too, and it's slightly lower in carbs. Additionally, you should be mindful of your portion size if you're trying to lose weight.

What grains to avoid on keto? ›

best to avoid grains altogether if possible, especially these:
  • Pumpernickel.
  • Oatmeal.
  • White.
  • Flour & corn tortillas.
  • Wheat.
  • Rye.
  • Sourdough.
  • Oats.

What foods are lazy keto? ›

What can you eat on the lazy keto diet?
  • Healthy fats: Avocados, olive oil, coconut oil, nuts and seeds.
  • Protein sources: Eggs, lean meats, poultry, fatty fish and tofu.
  • Low-carb vegetables: Leafy greens, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini and bell peppers.
  • Low-sugar fruits: Avocado, berries, lemons and limes.
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Why is my homemade granola not crunchy? ›

Higher temperatures can cause ingredients like nuts, seeds, and coconut to burn before the batch has a chance to properly dry out and crisp up, Perry says. Stick with a low temperature, keep an eye on your mixture, and stir it from time to time to help it brown evenly.

What is a good binding agent for granola? ›

Nut butter is a super flavorful fat that serves multiple purposes in granola. It acts as a binding agent—along with additional coconut oil and whatever natural sweetener I've chosen—helping to pull the dry ingredients together into a wet, sticky mass for baking.

What is a good binder for granola? ›

When dampened, chia seeds gel and swell to several times their original size, plus they get very sticky. Since they're already used as egg alternatives in baking, it's not surprising that chia seeds act as the ideal granola binder, but it is strange that they do it better than eggs.

What is the number 1 worst carb? ›

1. Sugary Foods. Most people already think of many of the foods in this category as unhealthy treats. Candy, soft drinks, and sweet desserts such as cake, chocolate, and ice cream are all expected entries on a list of carbs to avoid to lose weight.

What's the worst carb for belly fat? ›

Processed carbs are generally unhealthy in most cases.

"No one food causes anything," she warns. "It's foods eaten consistently that can have an effect on health status and disease. Refined or processed sugars top the charts when we talk about increasing your risk for weight gain and disease risk."

What is the healthiest carb in the world? ›

The healthiest sources of carbohydrates—unprocessed or minimally processed whole grains, vegetables, fruits and beans—promote good health by delivering vitamins, minerals, fiber, and a host of important phytonutrients.

Is popcorn okay for keto? ›

Net carbs are calculated by taking the total grams of carbohydrate in a food and subtracting the amount of fiber. In this case, popcorn contains 6 grams of carbs per 1 cup serving and 1.2 grams of fiber, bringing the net carbs per serving to 4.8 grams. Yes friends, popcorn is indeed a keto food.

Which fruit is keto? ›

Keto fruits by definition are low in carbohydrates. You still need to exercise portion control with most keto-friendly fruits to be within the limits of a keto diet. Keto-friendly fruits include avocados, watermelon, strawberries, lemons, tomatoes, raspberries, peaches, cantaloupe, star fruit, and blackberries.

Can you eat bananas on keto? ›

Bananas. Bananas may be great for muscle recovery, reducing bloat, and calming an upset stomach, but they're on the list of foods you can't eat on the keto diet. With 25g of carbs per 100g serving, bananas are too high in carbs.

What cereal is keto-friendly? ›

While most cereals are full of carbs, and will knock you off the keto diet, Magic Spoon is 100% keto-friendly! It's perfectly designed for individuals following the keto diet or leading a low carb lifestyle.

Are oats and granola keto-friendly? ›

No, not unless you're interested in only a spoonful a day. Oatmeal is high in net carbs, which doesn't fit the low carb, high fat strategy needed to achieve ketosis.

Are any grains allowed on keto diet? ›

Low carb grains like quinoa, popcorn, and rye are great options for keto eaters. Their low net carb counts make them ideal candidates for anyone who wants to get in some whole grains while keeping carbs to a minimum.

What grains are considered keto? ›

What grains are keto-friendly?
  • Barley (Carbs: 44 g; net carbs: 38 g)
  • Bulgar (Carbs: 33.8 g; net carbs: 25.6 g)
  • Brown rice (Carbs: 50 g; net carbs: 47 g)
  • Millet (Carbs: 41 g; net carbs: 39 g)
  • Wild rice (Carbs: 35 g; net carbs: 32 g)
  • Couscous (Carbs: 36 g; net carbs: 33 g)
  • Oats (Carbs: 28.1 g; net carbs: 24.1 g)
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