Crunchy Quinoa Granola

I love giving away homemade treats from my kitchen for Christmas, don’t you? I like to make something unique, something that friends may have never tried before. That is what inspired this recipe for Crunchy Quinoa Granola.

While regular granola is made with oats, I try to limit my oat intake because of my celiac disease. I seem to be able to tolerate certified gluten-free oats in small amounts, but eating a giant bowl of oatmeal sends me into a drunken-like stupor. Plus, I’ve tried toasted grain cereal before and have been wanting to try making different versions at home.

This granola is slightly sweet, toasty and has a great crunch. Throw some on a bowl of yogurt, or serve with a splash of milk. You could give it away wrapped up in a pretty jar, or package it as a mix with the printed instructions attached.

What gifts do you like to giveaway from your kitchen?

Crunchy Quinoa Granola

A fun twist on granola. Gluten-free and oat free. Super easy and delicious!

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Course Breakfast, Snack

Ingredients

3/4 cup pre-rinsed quinoa
1 cup walnut halves
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
1/2 tsp. Celtic sea salt
2 Tbsp. coconut oil
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup unsweetened dried cherries

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Combine quinoa, walnut halves, coconut, salt, coconut oil and maple syrup. Spread quinoa mixture into a thin layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Toss with dried cherries and cool. Store in an airtight container.