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Low-Sugar Tropical Granola

Most granola is loaded with unhealthy ingredients, like sugar and oil. This Low-Sugar Tropical Granola is a healthier way to start your day.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6.5 cups
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Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate or pineapple juice concentrate, thawed or warmed
  • 1/3 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1 small banana)
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil (for oil-free granola, see note)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla

Add After Baking

  • 1/2 cup dried pineapple or mango or apricots or a mixture of all
  • 1/2 cup dried bananas

Instructions

  • Mix together dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  • Place wet ingredients in blender and blend until smooth.
  • Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients while mixing. Mix well.
  • Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and distribute granola evenly in a thin layer onto baking sheets.
  • Bake a 300°F for 20 minutes. Stir. Reduce oven to 200°F and continue baking for 60 minutes or until thoroughly dry.
  • Mix in dried fruit.Store in airtight container in the freezer or in a cool place.

Notes

Be sure to use rolled oats not quick oats in this recipe.
I measure my coconut oil into a stainless steel 1/4-cup measuring cup and place it on my oven to melt while the oven is preheating.
Oil-Free Granola: Looking for an oil-free granola recipe? I have a wonderful oil-free granola recipe in my Weight Loss Program.