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Cranberry Walnut Paleo Granola

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This quick and easy cranberry walnut paleo granola is crunchy and naturally sweet – a perfect gluten-free, paleo breakfast or snack.

Cranberry Walnut Paleo Granola

This easy cranberry walnut granola is crunchy and sweet with a hint of tartness from the cranberries – everything you want in a granola and perfect for a paleo breakfast or snack.

Paleo granola

What makes this granola paleo? Not using any oats or other grains. And not loading it up with brown sugar or other refined sweeteners. Unlike traditional granola or muesli, this paleo cereal recipe is grain-free and refined sugar-free. Nuts, seeds, and coconut replace the grains and it is sweetened with just a touch of honey or maple syrup and a little dried fruit.

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This granola is one of my favorite recipes. The recipe is so simple you can make it for breakfast on the weekend and have it ready to grab and go all week. Homemade paleo granola takes less than 30 minutes start to finish for a big batch. It’s perfect for meal prep – just pack in single serve containers (like these plastic-free bags) for portable paleo snacks.

And you can change up the flavors depending on what you have on hand. Cranberry and walnut is a classic combination I made with the ingredients I had in the pantry – dried cranberries (sweetened with apple juice) walnut halves, slivered almonds, unsweetened shredded coconut, and coconut oil. I think hazelnut apricot or pistachio date might be next flavor I try. I’ve already done variations with cinnamon and raisins, dried blueberries, and dried cherries.

Cranberry Walnut Paleo Granola

This granola makes a healthy gluten-free cereal alternative with almond milk, homemade cashew milk, or your favorite dairy-free milk. I also love it sprinkled on top of coconut milk yogurt, applesauce, or on its own straight out of the jar. I love to grab a handful when I’m looking for something crunchy to snack on.

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Cranberry Walnut Paleo Granola

This quick and easy grain-free cranberry walnut granola is crunchy and naturally sweet.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time25 mins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Quick and Easy
Diet: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Keto, Low Carb, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 24 1/4-cup servings (6 cups)
Calories: 163kcal
Author: Lisa Wells

Ingredients

  • 2 cups chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup slivered almonds
  • 1 cup raw pepitas or pumpkin seeds
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil melted
  • 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 cup dried cranberries apple juice sweetened

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  • Combine nuts, seeds, coconut and salt in large bowl.
  • Add coconut oil and honey and mix until well combined.
  • Bake on a rimmed cookie sheet lined with parchment paper (or prepared with cooking spray) for 18 - 20 minutes, until just lightly browned.
  • Add the dried cranberries and toss to combine. Cool completely before serving.

Notes

For vegan: use maple syrup for sweetener

Nutrition

Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 0.8mg

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  1. Andi

    January 09, 2013 at 12:15 am

    All I added was half a tangerine peel, minced. I had no idea it was so easy to make crack. Why didn’t you warn us!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      January 09, 2013 at 1:49 pm

      It is addictive – I’ll have to try the tangerine peel!

      Reply
    • Jennifer Starke

      August 28, 2017 at 3:55 pm

      That was a pretty funny response Andi. Anyway, what it the calorie count per serving
      and what is a serving size. Thanks. Jennifer

      Reply
  2. Elysia

    January 28, 2013 at 5:19 pm

    I can’t wait to make this tonight!!!! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      January 28, 2013 at 9:45 pm

      You’re welcome – I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
      • Debb

        March 25, 2016 at 5:52 pm

        GOOD LORD! This is THE best granola I have ever had in my life! Just made it… and I’m WAY too addicted!!!! Thanks for such a yummy and easy recipe!!!

        Reply
  3. Carolyn Birrittella

    April 05, 2013 at 12:55 pm

    Hi Lisa. Do you soak your nuts and seeds first? I’m soaking some now and I’m wondering about cooking time for this recipe. Should I dry them out and then cook for 18 mins? Or just cook them for longer?

    Can’t wait to try this!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      April 06, 2013 at 9:30 am

      Hi Carolyn. I didn’t soak the nuts for this recipe, but I think you should probably dry them out first. Let me know how it turns out!

      Reply
  4. Jana @ ohthatstasty.com

    April 27, 2013 at 12:45 pm

    I’ve made this three or four times now. Love it! So happy to find a grain-free granola!

    Since we’re just a household of two, I make half a recipe: a 4-cup measuring cup works perfectly for the mixing bowl, and a 10×15 cookie sheet is the perfect size to bake it in.

    It’s good as is, but also a great base for experimenting. Thanks for posting!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      April 28, 2013 at 11:17 am

      Thank you – I’m so glad you’re enjoying it! This is one of my favorites and I make half a recipe sometimes as well. I’ll have to try mixing it in a measuring cup next time!

      Reply
  5. Bryanna

    May 07, 2013 at 6:22 pm

    curious how long it is good for? and best way to store. thanks!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      May 08, 2013 at 8:51 am

      I keep it in a glass jar in the pantry. I can’t tell you how long it is good for because it never lasts more than a few days in my house. πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Jennifer Starkey

        August 28, 2017 at 4:22 pm

        Hi Lisa Please let me know calorie count per serving
        and what a serving size would be. Thanks. Jennifer

        Reply
        • Susan Kelly

          April 25, 2018 at 11:58 am

          Jesus, you are a little needy, Jennifer. Add up the calories and divide by serving. For example, for ME, this recipie would be maybe two servings!!

          Reply
  6. Nicki Soares

    May 22, 2013 at 9:19 pm

    Couldn’t wait till breakfast… Had to try straight from cooling from the oven. Delicious!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      May 23, 2013 at 7:09 pm

      Thanks! This is one of my favorites – it’s so addictive!

      Reply
  7. Nicki Soares

    May 22, 2013 at 9:20 pm

    I added a touch of cinnamon and allspice too.

    Reply
  8. Lisa

    May 23, 2013 at 7:09 pm

    That sounds good – I’ll have to try it that way!

    Reply
  9. Alisa

    November 09, 2013 at 10:03 am

    This looks so yummy, but many folks with a corn sensitivity/allergy can’t find nuts or cranberries that are corn free. Almost everything has been washed or coated with a corn mixture. Just fyi.

    Reply
    • LJonthebay

      April 14, 2014 at 5:28 pm

      A corn wash? Never heard of that.

      Reply
      • Lisa

        April 17, 2014 at 12:01 pm

        Hmmm… me either.

        Reply
  10. Jenny

    September 19, 2014 at 4:55 pm

    Made this, this afternoon, and I almost ate it all still warm from the pan! Absolutely delicious!
    Thank you so much for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      September 21, 2014 at 4:15 pm

      Thanks, Jenny! This is recipe is a favorite in my house – I have to hide it or it disappears in one day. πŸ™‚

      Reply
  11. Kelly

    December 05, 2014 at 3:10 am

    What a scrumptious treat! I love it so much, I’m adding a link to this recipe to my meal plan to subscribers this month and also to the meal plan I do for The Better Mom. I hope it brings lots of new friends your way! Looking forward to trying more of your beautiful recipes!
    Blessings, Kelly at The Nourishing Home

    Reply
    • Lisa

      December 05, 2014 at 1:35 pm

      Thanks Kelly!

      Reply
  12. Ashley LaCombe

    January 07, 2015 at 9:31 pm

    Sooo delicious! I LOVE this stuff! Thanks for this recipe!

    Reply
  13. Liza

    May 06, 2015 at 12:48 pm

    Any idea what the calorie intake of this is? I love it. I have it with it a bowl of berries and add a little coconut milk. yummy

    Reply
  14. Joelle

    May 19, 2015 at 10:31 pm

    this is so yummy. My husband, two year old daughter and I all love this recipe.

    Reply
  15. Debb

    March 25, 2016 at 5:53 pm

    BEST granola EVER! Super easy and beyond yummy. I could easily eat the entire batch… uh oh. I think this should be renamed Paleo Candy…. Fantastic recipe and super easy! Thanks!

    Reply
  16. Barrie

    April 16, 2016 at 2:22 pm

    This will be a staple snack food in our household! Hubby and I both love it with a bit of almond milk or skim milk! Made it with dried blueberries too and was just as good!

    Reply
  17. Lisa Berger

    May 07, 2016 at 6:21 pm

    What other dried fruit would be acceptable?

    Reply
  18. Emily Ryser

    August 01, 2016 at 4:23 pm

    I am allergic to walnuts. Any suggestions to use as a substitute?

    Reply
    • Lisa

      August 01, 2016 at 5:07 pm

      Hi Emily, pecans would be a good substitute.

      Reply
  19. Prerna

    March 05, 2018 at 2:41 pm

    I have made it so many times now. This is the best granola ever. Even made a big batch by adding cashews, pecans, raisins and took it to my family and everyone got into it like crazy. I put it in everything from salads to cereals to yogurt with fruits. Thankyou Lisa for this recipe.

    Reply
    • Lisa

      March 05, 2018 at 5:19 pm

      Yay! I’m so glad you love it as much as I do! πŸ™‚

      Reply
  20. Corinne McAuley

    May 26, 2018 at 2:41 pm

    Tastes great! Was wondering what the apple juice is used for. The recipe didn’t include it. How is the granola stored?

    Reply
  21. Genes

    October 25, 2018 at 3:52 pm

    Hi, I’m not crazy about cranberries. What is a good substitute for them? thanks!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      October 26, 2018 at 11:46 am

      Here are some more paleo granola recipes with raisins, dried blueberries, and dried cherries.

      Reply
  22. Lisa p

    October 30, 2018 at 12:16 pm

    A++ ! This is on regular rotation at our house – I even have a special designated “walnut granola jar” for it. πŸ™‚ ! started using maple syrup instead of honey as I just find it easier to work with. Thank you for sharing this recipe!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      November 01, 2018 at 11:45 am

      Yay! I love the “walnut granola jar” idea πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Erica

        June 15, 2019 at 3:49 am

        Me too! I’m totally copying β˜ΊοΈπŸ™ŒπŸ½

        Reply
  23. olivia

    May 23, 2019 at 9:16 pm

    store bought high quality granolas are sooo expensive so this homemade recipe is perfect!! They look awesome πŸ™‚ and healthy! can’t wait to try with yogurt or oatmeal. thank you for sharing with us! I hope you will have a great day!

    Reply

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