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Heart-healthy cardamom granola that is packed with flavor and nutrients. Gluten-free, vegan, kid-approved,
Maria Adams, MS, MPH, RDN

Cardamom Hemp Granola

This heart-healthy cardamom hemp granola is made with canola oil and is lower in sugar than most granolas. Make a batch and keep it on hand for topping yogurt, kefir, smoothies, or donut apples. 
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, Scandinavian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats certified gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 cup raw almonds, chopped
  • 1/3 cup hemp hearts
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 2 teaspoons ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ¼ cup canola, avocado, or grapseed oil
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 300° F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine oats through salt and mix with a wooden spoon.
  3. In a small prep bowl, combine maple syrup, oil, and vanilla extract. Add to the oat mixture and stir until well combined.
  4. Transfer oat mixture to the baking sheet. Spread out evenly and then bake in the oven for about 35 minutes, until golden brown and fragrant.
  5. Let cool and then transfer to an airtight container. Enjoy!