Dried Fruit Hemp Granola (6 Cups)
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
✅ High-protein & energy-boosting (thanks to hemp seeds + nuts)
✅ Naturally sweetened with maple syrup & dates
✅ Customizable—swap nuts or dried fruit to your preference
✅ Stays crunchy for weeks in an airtight jar
Ingredients:
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4 tbsp orange zest (avoid bitter white pith)
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1⅓ cups shredded coconut (unsweetened)
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2 tsp cinnamon
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1 cup Hempbuti Hemp Hearts (toasted for extra crunch-Click here to Buy)
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1 cup pecans, chopped
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1 cup dates, pitted & chopped
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2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
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1½ cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for vegan)
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½ cup pure maple syrup
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1 cup light brown sugar, packed (or coconut sugar for unrefined option)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Prep & Toast Dry Ingredients
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Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
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Toast hemp hearts + pecans in a dry pan for 3-4 mins until fragrant (optional but enhances flavor).
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine:
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Orange zest
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Shredded coconut
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Cinnamon
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Toasted hemp hearts & pecans
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Chopped dates
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Rolled oats
3. Make Sweet Glaze
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In a saucepan, melt butter (or coconut oil) with maple syrup + brown sugar over low heat until dissolved.
4. Combine & Bake
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Pour warm glaze over dry mix, stirring until fully coated.
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Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Bake 30 mins, stirring halfway, until golden and aromatic.
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Pro Tip: For clusters, press down granola before baking and don’t over-stir.
5. Cool & Store
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Let cool completely—it crisps as it cools!
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Break into chunks and store in an airtight container for 2+ weeks.
Serving Ideas:
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Yogurt parfaits with fresh berries
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Smoothie bowls for extra crunch
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Oatmeal topping for added protein
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Straight from the jar as a snack
Dietary Swaps:
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Vegan? Use coconut oil instead of butter.
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Nut-free? Swap pecans for sunflower seeds.
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Lower sugar? Reduce brown sugar to ½ cup.
Health Benefits:
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Hemp hearts provide complete plant-based protein + omega-3s
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Dates + maple syrup offer natural sweetness (no refined sugar)
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Pecans + coconut add healthy fats for sustained energy
This hemp granola is a crunchy, nutrient-dense upgrade to store-bought versions. Make a double batch—it disappears fast!
Ready to bake? Your kitchen will smell amazing! 🌿✨
