Crunchy Banana Bread Granola

by | Feb 4, 2025 | Breakfast, Recipes, Snacks & Sweets | 26 comments

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Nothing beats the comforting aroma of banana bread fresh out of the oven – except maybe a crunchy version that you can sprinkle over everything! This Banana Bread Granola combines the warm flavors of cinnamon, maple, and banana with a perfectly crisp texture that makes it irresistible.

Banana Bread Granola

What Makes This Granola Extra Crunchy?

To get that perfect crispness, we’re using a few tricks:

✔ Lower Baking Temperature (140°C/285°F): Baking at a slightly lower temperature for longer allows the granola to dry without burning.

✔ Minimal Stirring: Instead of tossing it around frequently, we lightly press it into a single layer before baking and stir only once. This helps form crunchy clusters.

✔ A Touch of Binding: Using either melted coconut oil or aquafaba (chickpea brine) as an oil-free option creates a crispier texture.

✔ Cooling Completely Before Breaking It Apart: This step is crucial! The granola continues crisping up as it cools.

The Ingredients: Simple, Whole, and Nourishing

This recipe is made with pantry staples that you likely already have on hand:

  • Rolled Oats: The base of all great granolas. Avoid quick oats, as they won’t crisp up as well. You can use certified gluten-free rolled oats for a gluten-free option.
  • Chopped Walnuts or Pecans: Classic banana bread flavors that add richness and crunch.
  • Pepitas or Sunflower Seeds: Extra texture and nutrition!
  • Shredded Coconut: Adds a subtle sweetness and more crunch.
  • Flaxmeal or Chia Seeds: Help bind the mixture together.
  • Cinnamon & Salt: Enhances that warm, banana-bread flavor.
  • Ripe Banana: Natural sweetness and binding power. The riper, the better!
  • Maple Syrup or Date Syrup: Just enough sweetness to balance the flavors.
  • Vanilla Extract: Because every banana bread-inspired snack needs vanilla!
  • Melted Coconut Oil OR Aquafaba: Choose coconut oil for extra crunch, or go oil-free with aquafaba.

Banana Bread Granola

Ways to Enjoy This Crunchy Banana Bread Granola

✔ Sprinkle it over vegan yogurt with fresh fruit.

✔ Use it as a crunchy smoothie bowl topping.

✔ Enjoy it straight from the jar for a quick, energizing snack.

✔ Mix it into your morning oats for extra texture.

✔ Serve it with plant-based milk for a cereal-like breakfast.

Why You’ll Love This Granola

✅ Crunchy And Satisfying: Stays crispy even after days of storage.

✅ Banana Bread in Snack Form: All the cozy flavors, no baking a loaf!

✅ Customizable: Swap out nuts, seeds, or dried fruit based on what you have.

 

 

This Banana Bread Granola is proof that you don’t need store-bought granola when you can make a tastier and crunchier version at home.

Try it out and let me know – what’s your favorite way to enjoy granola?

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Banana Bread Granola

Banana Bread Granola

Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of banana bread in this crunchy granola! Perfect for topping yogurt, smoothie bowls, or enjoying by the handful. This granola stays crispy and is completely vegan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 cups

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds)
  • ½ cup shredded coconut
  • ½ cup pepitas or sunflower seeds
  • 2 tbsp flaxmeal or chia seeds
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp fine salt
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed (½ cup mashed)
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or date syrup
  • 1 tbsp melted coconut oil OR 3 tbsp aquafaba (for an oil-free option)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chopped dates (added after baking)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 285℉ (140 ℃) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, nuts, seeds, coconut, flaxseeds, cinnamon, and salt.
    2 cups rolled oats, 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds), ½ cup shredded coconut, ½ cup pepitas or sunflower seeds, 2 tbsp flaxmeal or chia seeds, 2 tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp fine salt
  • Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, mash the banana and whisk in maple syrup, coconut oil (or aquafaba), and vanilla.
    1 ripe banana, mashed (½ cup mashed), ¼ cup maple syrup or date syrup, 1 tbsp melted coconut oil OR 3 tbsp aquafaba (for an oil-free option), 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Combine & cotat: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir well to evenly coat everything.
  • Form clusters: Spread the granola onto the baking sheet and lightly press it down into a single layer.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes, rotating the tray halfway through. Don't stir too much - this helps create crunchy clusters.
  • Cool completely: Remove from oven and let it cool untouched for at least 30 minutes. It will continue crisping up as it cools.
  • Once fully cooled, break into clusters and mix in dates.
    ½ cup chopped dates (added after baking)
  • Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.

Notes

Keyword banana bread, crunchy, granola, plant-based, snack, topping, vegan

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