Control the sugar and try out this protein-packed homemade granola recipe that is scented with cinnamon and filled with oats, nuts, and seeds.
Granola is always a huge hit at my house. My boys love stirring it into yogurt, my husband loves snacking on it at work and I love sprinkling it on top of my smoothies.
Since my family loves it so much, I set out on a missing to create a high-protein version filled with whole grain oats, hearty nuts, crunchy seeds, and protein powder. For sweetness, I add a touch of honey but maple syrup would work great too. I also love using molasses to sweeten granola.
When it comes to the mix-ins, use whatever nuts and seeds you have on hand. We buy walnuts in bulk because they are our favorite but pecans, cashews or hazelnuts are all great options.
Pumpkin seeds and flaxseed meal add even more healthy fats and omega 3’s and they give the granola the perfect crunchy texture. Sprinkle on cinnamon and a pick of salt and you’re good to go.
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High Protein Healthy Granola
Ingredients
- 2 cups oats
- 1 cup walnuts chopped
- ½ cup pumpkin seeds raw
- ½ cup flax seed meal
- ½ cup protein powder
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- ⅓ cup olive oil or coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a large bowl, mix together oats, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, flax, protein powder, cinnamon and salt.
- Drizzle in honey and olive oil then stir well to evenly coat mixture. Spread mixture in an even layer on a baking sheet and bake until golden, about 30 minutes (depending on how your oven runs I'd start watching at 20 minutes to prevent burning). Let cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
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Rajoshi
It’s 5g protein per serving. The title is very misleading.
Liz DellaCroce
Apologies for being misleading. You’re welcome to add more protein powder or nuts!
John Parli
How much would you suspect in in a single serving size? I might have missed it. Turned out very good though. Thanks for sharing.
Liz DellaCroce
A serving is 1/4 cup! I like to sprinkle it on Greek yogurt and add berries personally. :) Enjoy!
alinda ünsal
i like the recipe but it contains oat and nuts and protein powder it isnt possible that contains 5 gr protein or it isnt high protein recipe there is a mistake!!!!
Jennifer
I LOVES this granola and every time I make it I get either asked for more or the recipe. I love how flexible it is and I make it gluten free as well. So good. I use coconut oil and maple syrup and it’s just the right of sweetness and healthy! I usually add extra fluid to make bars. I won’t use another recipe any more! Thanks!
Liz DellaCroce
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!!!!
Abigail
I’ve never left a comment on a recipe online before (I usually just lurk and then credit the creator if I post a photo on IG) but this granola was SO GOOD I had to comment! I used a vanilla toffee flavor pea protein powder and maple syrup instead of honey to make it vegan but otherwise left everything the same. It cooked in 25 minutes. When it came out I absolutely could not stop snacking on it. I can see this being my new go-to granola recipe! By the way, I shared a picture on my IG and tagged you, @abigaillee_runs. Thanks for the great recipe!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you so much!!! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!!! And yes I saw your IG post and liked/commented on it!! :) Thank you SO much!
Sumy
Healthy and yummy- tried it but without the the protein powder.
Liz DellaCroce
SO glad you liked it!
Ariane
This is just what I was looking for! It was delicious! I did not have pumpkin seeds, so I used pecans instead! It was soooo good. I am glad you mentioned to start watching it at 20 minutes because mine was done at 22 minutes! Thank you for this wonderfully easy recipe!
Liz DellaCroce
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!!
Erika
How much protein does it have per serving
Liz DellaCroce
It’s listed in the nutrition facts – do you see it? 5 g. :)
Steven
You added protein powder, but still your recipe cannot honestly be considered “high protein” when only 10 percent of the calories are from protein.
vimal kumar
how many grams does each serving weigh in grams?
Liz DellaCroce
I’m not sure sorry!
vimal kumar
Could you please tell for what serving size (in grams) are the macros put out for?
Bobbie
Just put my second batch this month in the oven. It’s addictive. I used coconut oil and it’s great!!
I have a ton of pecans in my freezer so I used those instead of almonds.
It’s delish with plain greek yogurt and berries.
Thanks for sharing!
Liz DellaCroce
I’m so glad you like it!!
Sabrina
Awesome recipe. However, 30 minutes over-cooked my batch. I’d check it at 15 minutes then watch closely from there.
Liz DellaCroce
Ahh good to know!
K
Sorry but I didn’t like this granola at all.
Liz DellaCroce
Completely ok. ;)
Colleen
Is this granola ok to freeze?
Liz DellaCroce
Yes! Big time!
Sabrina
appreciate the protein that you’ve packed into this recipe, nice assembly of ingredients too, thank you for this protein granola
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you! I hope you enjoy!
Jan
Hi Liz
Can’t wait to try this. Sounds so easy & delicious. What do you consider to be a serving size? Thank you.
Liz DellaCroce
Sorry about that – it’s 1/4 cup! Just revised the recipe. Enjoy!!
Julie Way
Looks so delicious! I was just looking for a granola recipe and saw this on your Instagram! I’m going to try this for next week. Do you know what the serving size is, or am I just missing it? Thanks for all the awesome recipes!
Liz DellaCroce
Sorry about that – just added in the serving size! It’s 1/4 cup!! Enjoy!
Julie Way
Thank you so much! I love your recipes. ????
Liz DellaCroce
Aww thank you Julie!
Faye
Yummy! I have to try this recipe! Sounds delicious! Thanks!
Liz DellaCroce
I hope you love it!
Lisa
Fabulous receipe I actually make a similar granola with protein powder and I use coconut oil and maple syrup, I add in freeze dried raspberry, flaked almonds and coconut flakes at the end. Before placing in the oven I flatten with back of spoon to create clusters (don’t stir half way through and just keep an eye on it) I bake for 15 mins at 160°c but everyone’s ovens are different. How long does your granola keep for? I find it lasts longer with no added protein
Liz DellaCroce
That sounds amazing how you make it! This usually lasts up to 7 days!