This quick and easy cranberry walnut paleo granola is crunchy and naturally sweet – a perfect gluten-free, paleo breakfast or snack.
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.
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 grab a handful when I'm looking for something crunchy to snack on – it's slightly addictive.
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Cranberry Walnut Paleo Granola
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
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Andi
January 9 at 12:15 amAll 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!
Lisa
January 9 at 1:49 pmIt is addictive – I’ll have to try the tangerine peel!
Jennifer Starke
August 28 at 3:55 pmThat was a pretty funny response Andi. Anyway, what it the calorie count per serving
and what is a serving size. Thanks. Jennifer
Elysia
January 28 at 5:19 pmI can’t wait to make this tonight!!!! Thanks for the recipe!
Lisa
January 28 at 9:45 pmYou’re welcome – I hope you enjoy it!
Debb
March 25 at 5:52 pmGOOD 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!!!
Carolyn Birrittella
April 5 at 12:55 pmHi 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!
Lisa
April 6 at 9:30 amHi 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!
Jana @ ohthatstasty.com
April 27 at 12:45 pmI’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!
Lisa
April 28 at 11:17 amThank 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!
Bryanna
May 7 at 6:22 pmcurious how long it is good for? and best way to store. thanks!
Lisa
May 8 at 8:51 amI 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. 🙂
Jennifer Starkey
August 28 at 4:22 pmHi Lisa Please let me know calorie count per serving
and what a serving size would be. Thanks. Jennifer
Susan Kelly
April 25 at 11:58 amJesus, 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!!
Nicki Soares
May 22 at 9:19 pmCouldn’t wait till breakfast… Had to try straight from cooling from the oven. Delicious!
Lisa
May 23 at 7:09 pmThanks! This is one of my favorites – it’s so addictive!
Nicki Soares
May 22 at 9:20 pmI added a touch of cinnamon and allspice too.
Lisa
May 23 at 7:09 pmThat sounds good – I’ll have to try it that way!
Alisa
November 9 at 10:03 amThis 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.
LJonthebay
April 14 at 5:28 pmA corn wash? Never heard of that.
Lisa
April 17 at 12:01 pmHmmm… me either.
Jenny
September 19 at 4:55 pmMade this, this afternoon, and I almost ate it all still warm from the pan! Absolutely delicious!
Thank you so much for the recipe!
Lisa
September 21 at 4:15 pmThanks, Jenny! This is recipe is a favorite in my house – I have to hide it or it disappears in one day. 🙂
Kelly
December 5 at 3:10 amWhat 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
Lisa
December 5 at 1:35 pmThanks Kelly!
Ashley LaCombe
January 7 at 9:31 pmSooo delicious! I LOVE this stuff! Thanks for this recipe!
Liza
May 6 at 12:48 pmAny 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
Joelle
May 19 at 10:31 pmthis is so yummy. My husband, two year old daughter and I all love this recipe.
Debb
March 25 at 5:53 pmBEST 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!
Barrie
April 16 at 2:22 pmThis 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!
Lisa Berger
May 7 at 6:21 pmWhat other dried fruit would be acceptable?
Emily Ryser
August 1 at 4:23 pmI am allergic to walnuts. Any suggestions to use as a substitute?
Lisa
August 1 at 5:07 pmHi Emily, pecans would be a good substitute.
Prerna
March 5 at 2:41 pmI 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 addicted to it like crazy. I put it in everything from salads to cereals to yogurt with fruits. Thankyou Lisa for this recipe.
Lisa
March 5 at 5:19 pmYay! I’m so glad you love it as much as I do! 🙂
Corinne McAuley
May 26 at 2:41 pmTastes great! Was wondering what the apple juice is used for. The recipe didn’t include it. How is the granola stored?
Genes
October 25 at 3:52 pmHi, I’m not crazy about cranberries. What is a good substitute for them? thanks!
Lisa
October 26 at 11:46 amHere are some more paleo granola recipes with raisins, dried blueberries, and dried cherries.
Lisa p
October 30 at 12:16 pmA++ ! This is on regular rotation at our house – I even have a special designated “walnut granola jar” for it. 🙂 ! started using maple syrup instead of honey as I just find it easier to work with. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Lisa
November 1 at 11:45 amYay! I love the “walnut granola jar” idea 🙂
Erica
June 15 at 3:49 amMe too! I’m totally copying ☺️🙌🏽
olivia
May 23 at 9:16 pmstore bought high quality granolas are sooo expensive so this homemade recipe is perfect!! They look awesome 🙂 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!