Watch this video to see how easy it is to make thisĀ Maple Apple Spice Gluten Free Granola recipe!
For the record, it’s pretty hot here in Oklahoma this week. I can’t say I’m a fan, being that it’s nearly the OFFICIAL start of fall in just a few days. Thankfully, the forecast is predicting an ever-so-slight decrease in temps this coming week, and hey! I’ll take what I can get.
My taste buds, however, couldn’t handle waiting for fall any longer. So here we are at thisĀ Maple Apple Spice Gluten Free Granola! Because ALL the apple spice things, y’all. It’s life-giving, I tell ya.Ā (Pssst, this would be a great time to check out this recipe for Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats!)
Want to know how to make your home smell like fall? ThisĀ Maple Apple Spice Gluten Free Granola will do the trick!
Seriously, though. You know the age-old put an apple pie in the oven when friends are coming over trick? This recipe is doing the same thing! And even bigger win, it’s gluten-free and healthy. I’ll definitely be making this every time we have guests this fall season!
And since granola is a staple in our household, it makes sense to keep thisĀ Maple Apple Spice Gluten Free Granola on hand! Throw it on some granola & yogurt bowls, and you’ve got a great breakfast and/or snack! Or just eat it straight up. Any way you want! There’s no judgement here (seeing as I ate nearly a third of it in the making of this recipe…..).
So how do you make thisĀ Maple Apple Spice Gluten Free Granola? It’s SO easy!
You’ll need rolled oats, maple syrup, apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, coconut oil, honey (or agave), and ground flaxseed. I also really like adding this gluten free cereal to add a crunchy texture to the granola!
Simply mix all of the ingredients together, pour on to a baking sheet, and bake. Crunchy, sweet, fall granola ready to devour!
Here’s the recipe for this Maple Apple Spice Gluten Free Granola:
Maple Apple Spice Gluten Free Granola
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 2 Tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 cup gluten free cereal
- 1/2 Tbsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 apple (small)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine the rolled oats, flaxseed, cereal, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, mix the coconut oil, honey, and maple syrup.
- Combine the dry and liquid ingredients.
- Chop the apple into small cubes.
- Mix the apple into the granola.
- Place the gluten free granola on a baking sheet and spread across.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Orlany Perez says:
THIS RECIPE IS WONDERFUL, WHY IS THE SERVING SIZE?
Christine McMichael replied:
Hi, Orlany! Thanks so much. š The serving size is about 1/2 cup.
Carol Borchardt says:
This sounds and looks absolutely lovely! The perfect thing to keep on hand all fall and winter long!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Carol!
April says:
YUM! I love making homemade granola! Apple sounds so Fall like! Gluten-free makes it all the better.
Christine McMichael replied:
Me too, April!
Karyl | Karyl's Kulinary Krusade says:
I live in Oklahoma too!! The past few days have been WAY too hot for this time of year. The granola looks really delicious, and the perfect way to bring in Fall
Christine McMichael replied:
Oh that’s awesome, Karyl! Definitely. I’m loving this cold front right now, though!
dixya @food, pleasure, and health says:
granola is one of my fav things to make, almost on a weekly basis.. im loving your seasonings esp this time of the year.
Christine McMichael replied:
Me too!
prasanna hede says:
Cinnamon,nutmeg and maple syrup all the ingredients are so good! I can image how yummy it must be.
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Prasanna!
Christine says:
I’m kind of sad to say that I’ve never made homemade granola. I’m not sure why because it’s so delicious. This recipe looks fantastic – perfect fall flavors!
Christine McMichael replied:
You should definitely make it! It’s so good and will make your house smell amazing š
Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says:
I love granola in my yogurt and homemade is the best! I can’t wait to try your apple spice version!
Christine McMichael replied:
Me too!