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Apple Cinnamon Granola: this homemade gluten free granola recipe is quick ‘n easy! The best gluten free granola recipe—full of yummy cinnamon apple granola clusters, Vegan & GF!
Does anyone else think dried apple slices taste and feel like apple gummies?
I promise, I’m not hallucinating due to all this holiday kitchen baking heat. 😉 Okay, maybe I’m only half-hallucinating due to holiday bake fever. But, for real. Dried apple slices are so apple gummies- & marshmallow-like!
I’ve been enjoying a few or more dried apple slices in the last couple months and it’s been this weirdly-satisfying chew hobby—like, if chewing could qualify as an actual hobby and chewing gum were out, I’d totally be chewing on all the bags of dried apple slices. But, like, the apple slices inside the bags, not the, er, actual bags.
And now I’ve probably said “chew,” “bags” and “gummy” way more times that any person should. And I’m okay with that. Why? Because it’s Homemade Apple Cinnamon Granola Day!!! Make that The Reason Why I’ve Published my Dried Apple Slices Taste Like Apple Gummies + Marshmallow Thesis Day!!!
Ready to go out and grab a bag of dried apple slices so we can talk all about it? And, uh, make all the cinnamon apple gluten free granola? 😉
Homemade Apple Cinnamon Granola Recipe: the Best Gluten Free Granola Recipe!
Okay, so this homemade apple cinnamon granola recipe is not only the best gluten free granola recipe, but it is also THE reason why I know that dried apple slices taste like the perfect hybrid of apple gummies and marshmallows. And the reason why you’ll absolutely love the balance of sweet, crunchy gluten free granola clusters dotted with delicious tart dried apple slices and complemented with ground cinnamon YUM.
How to Make Gluten Free Granola Without Oats
While this homemade apple cinnamon granola recipe is made with oats, I have a number of grain-free, oat-free GF granola recipes for you to try:
- Homemade Grain Free Cranberry Walnut Granola Recipe (Paleo, Grainless, Vegan)
- Homemade Chunky Paleo Granola with Clusters (Grain-Free, Vegan, Gluten Free)
- Sea Salt Chocolate Paleo Granola Bars Recipe (Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free)
- Maple Pecan Paleo Granola Recipe (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Cinnamon Apple Gluten Free Granola Recipe: Oats, Nuts, Apples & More!
Skip your usual bowl of boring morning oatmeal and try this crunchy, long-lasting cinnamon apple gluten free granola! It’s packed with protein-rich, nutritious gluten free oats, nuts, dried apples and more. You can also customize your gluten free granola by swapping out the dried apples for your favorite dried fruit. 🙂
Best Tools for this Apple Cinnamon Gluten Free Granola Recipe
Click below to explore my favorite tools & ingredients for making this apple cinnamon gluten free granola recipe:
- Where to Buy Ingredients: Dried Apple Rings | Coconut Sugar | Raw Coconut Chips | Ground Flaxseed | Gluten Free Rolled Oats | Coconut Oil | Walnuts | Almonds | Pecans
- Recommended Tools: Glass Mixing Bowls | Baking Sheet | 4-Event Kitchen Timer | My Favorite Prep Bowls | Unbleached Parchment Paper
Happy Baking! I hope you truly enjoy my cinnamon apple gluten free granola recipe. In the meantime, let me just say… I’m so thankful that you’re here with me, enjoying these fantastic kitchen adventures! ‘Til the next one…
Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️
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Vegan Gluten Free Granola Recipes (Oats & More)
- 4 Ingredient Healthy Homemade Gluten Free Vegan Granola Recipe
- Homemade Chunky Paleo Granola with Clusters
- 4 Ingredient Healthy Peanut Butter Granola Recipe (V, GF)
- Healthy Low Calorie Granola Recipe (Low Carb)
- 3 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bars (Gluten Free, Vegan, Healthy)
Apple Cinnamon Homemade Gluten Free Granola Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup assorted nuts, roughly chopped
- ½ cup walnuts, rough chopped
- 1 cup large, unsweetened raw coconut chips*
- ½ cup gluten free rolled oats
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt, optional
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
Add-ins
- ½ cup dried apple rings or slices, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a medium or large baking sheet with parchment paper or greased foil. Set aside for later.
- Add all dry ingredients to a large bowl: nuts, coconut, oats, flaxseed, spices and sugar. Stir until well mixed.
- Add wet ingredients: coconut oil and maple syrup. Using a rubber spatula, stir and fold until well mixed.
- Pour mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Using a rubber spatula, press down and pack the granola mixture together to create an even, flat, and very tightly-packed layer, about ½ inch thick. Your granola may not cover the entire baking sheet. Now, nudge the sheet of granola apart in the center (dividing the tightly-packed layer in half), to let air through.
- Bake for 20 minutes. Rotate baking sheet. Bake for 18-22 more minutes, until granola is a deep golden brown. Mine took 40 minutes total. Do not flip or move granola—it is fragile and needs to crisp up while cooling.
- Place baking sheet on a cooling rack. Allow to cool for about 30 minutes, or until completely cooled and firm. Break sheets of granola into clusters. Toss with apple slices. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.
Notes
- *Coconut Chips vs. Coconut Flakes: I recommend using large coconut chips in this recipe instead of small coconut flakes. Here are the large, unsweetened raw coconut chips that I use in this recipe.
- Where to Buy Ingredients: Dried Apple Rings | Coconut Sugar | Raw Coconut Chips | Ground Flaxseed | Gluten Free Rolled Oats | Coconut Oil | The nuts I use in this recipe: Walnuts | Almonds | Pecans
- Storing Notes: Store in an airtight container for 1-2 months at room temperature. I like using these reusable zip bags (variety pack) to store my granola.
- Recommended Tools: Glass Mixing Bowls | Baking Sheet | 4-Event Kitchen Timer | My Favorite Prep Bowls | Unbleached Parchment Paper
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Loved this granola!!! Just a note that I did leave out the oats to make grain free and subbed in almond slices and less maple syrup….was still delish! Paired it with unsweetened almond milk yogurt and sautéed thinly sliced apples with cinnamon and ghee. Another keeper…thank you..
Oh my that sounds absolutely delicious Nettie! So glad you enjoyed the granola!
So many fun options for this! Although I’d just dig right in! 😉
LOL I know what you mean!
This homemade granola is so perfect for a snack! Love the fall flavor of apple cinnamon!
I know! It’s my favorite thing to much in right now! .
Can you make this with fresh apples? I’ve got a bunch from apple picking and I’m dying to try this recipe!
Hi Jen! Hm, I haven’t tried it myself so I can’t say for sure. Unless you dry the apples yourself, they probably won’t keep well when mixed with the granola. Hope this helps!