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    Published: Dec 2, 2017 · Modified: Jun 24, 2023 by Erika Burt & Danielle Coonerty

    Keto Granola Recipe

    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!

    A jar of granola laying down and spilling out on to the bench
    Contents hide
    1 Why we love this recipe!
    2 What you will need to make this recipe
    3 Step by step instructions
    4 Keto Breakfasts
    5 Expert tips, suggestions & how to store
    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!
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    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.
    All the ingredients needed to make keto granola are laid out in small bowls.

    Equipment

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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.

    • Baking sheet
    A bowl with yoghurt and berries and the granola on top

    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.
    Nuts, seeds and coconut in a large bowl and tossed together.
    1. Nuts, seeds and coconut tossed together in a large bowl.
    Melted butter and spices in a small jug.
    2. Melted butter, spices and sweetener stirred together.
    Granola ingredients all combined in a bowl.
    3. Dry and wet ingredients combined together.
    A lined tray of granola ready to go in the oven.
    4. Spread granola out on a lined baking sheet.
    Freshly cooked baking tray of granola cooling on a rack.
    5. Granola out of the oven cooling down.
    Finished and completely granola stored in a glass airtight jar.
    6. Store granola in an airtight jar or container once completely cooled.

    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
    Chis pudding in a small glass jar with berries on top.
    Protein chia pudding
    A stack of ham and cheese muffins on a plate, the top one has a bit then out.
    Ham and cheese muffins
    Breakfast smoothie in a glass with a straw and berries scattered around.
    Breakfast smoothie

    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.
    A close up of a bowl of yoghurt, granola and berries.

    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.

    If you like this recipe you may also like…

    • Banana Protein Muffins
    • Protein Overnight Oats
    • Ham and cheese frittata
    • Homemade Baked Beans Recipe
    • Easy Turkish eggs
    • Chicken apple sausage Pattie recipe
    • Protein Chia Pudding
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    • Keto Creamy Baked Eggs
    • Keto Blueberry Muffins
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    A jar of granola laying down and spilling out on to the bench

    Keto Granola

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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)
    • ⅓ cup macadamias, roughly chopped (50g)
    • ⅓ 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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    Comments

    1. Marie says

      September 24, 2024 at 10:21 am

      I love these nut granolas. Please note the serving size is only a **1/4 cup**. Thats like a couple of tablespoons and the carbs are 5g for that tiny 1/4 cup. If you are truly keto, then you would use up your cabs for the day just with one cup of this recipe. This does however suit low carb. Thank you for the recipe.

      Reply
    2. Jenny says

      May 13, 2023 at 1:50 am

      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
      • Erika Burt & Danielle Coonerty says

        May 29, 2023 at 5:20 pm

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

        Reply
    3. Elane says

      February 19, 2023 at 3:48 pm

      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

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      • havebutterwilltravel says

        February 23, 2023 at 2:12 pm

        Love this! Thanks Elane

        Reply
    4. Theresa Morrison says

      February 10, 2023 at 11:25 am

      Absolutely delicious and so very easy to make!

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      • havebutterwilltravel says

        February 10, 2023 at 12:12 pm

        Thanks Theresa!

        Reply
    5. Karen and Emily says

      July 16, 2022 at 3:01 pm

      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

      Reply
    6. Suzanne says

      August 12, 2021 at 11:30 am

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

      Reply
      • havebutterwilltravel says

        August 25, 2021 at 8:10 am

        Thanks Suzanne

        Reply
    7. Candy says

      July 02, 2020 at 9:22 am

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

      Reply
      • havebutterwilltravel says

        July 03, 2020 at 9:17 am

        Thanks Candy! Sounds like a yummy treat

        Reply
      • Ashley says

        June 27, 2023 at 11:39 am

        Absolutely delicious.

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

        Reply
        • Erika Burt & Danielle Coonerty says

          June 30, 2023 at 10:30 am

          Thanks Ashley!

          Reply
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