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September 12, 2015

Homemade Maple Pecan Granola with Dates

Last Updated on October 29, 2020 by Sweet and Savoury Pursuits

Homemade granola is quick to make and takes little effort. Try this vegan recipe for Homemade Maple Pecan Granola with Dates and you'll be rewarded with delicious and healthier granola.

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Bowl of vegan Homemade Maple Pecan Granola with Dates

Did you know that you could make the healthiest and best tasting granola right in your own kitchen? If you haven't already made your own granola then let me tell you that it's incredibly easy and takes very little time.

And if you have made your own granola, then you already know that it's a delicious treat.

Bowl of Homemade Maple Pecan Granola with Dates.

Maple Pecan Granola

This maple pecan granola is flavourful and full of texture. The oats, seeds, coconut and pecans are perfectly toasted which gives this granola a nice crunch.

Stick to using whole rolled oats in your granola since they contain fibre and protein that help fill you up. The maple syrup used in this recipe sweetens the granola without having to use refined sugar.

Granola recipes are adaptable, so don't feel that you have to stick to an exact recipe. Have fun and choose which of your favourite ingredients will go into your granola.

Just remember to maintain the same ratio of wet-to-dry ingredients as the original recipe when making substitutions.

Making Homemade Granola

This recipe for Homemade Maple Pecan Granola with Dates is so much better than granola that comes out of a box. Making your own granola is the best way for you to control what ingredients are in your breakfast or snack and allows you to control how much sugar and fat you consume.

This vegan maple pecan granola recipe uses coconut oil for the fat and maple syrup as the sweetener. I find the amount of maple syrup used in this granola just right, but if you prefer it sweeter you could add 1 to 2 more tablespoons.

Make sure to melt the coconut oil before measuring and adding it to your ingredients. If you don't have any coconut oil, you could use any light-tasting oil.

Bowl of Maple Pecan Granola with Dates.

Give this Homemade Maple Pecan Granola with Dates recipe a try and you'll be rewarded with delicious granola that is good for you. Enjoy!SaveSaveSaveSave

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If you make this recipe let me know how it went for you in the comment section below. I'd love to know if you made any variations to the recipe and how it worked out. And if you take a picture, share it with me on Instagram by tagging #sweetandsavourypursuits, I love to see your photos!

Homemade Maple Pecan Granola with Dates

Sweet and Savoury Pursuits
Homemade granola is quick to make and takes little effort. Try this homemade maple pecan granola with dates and you'll be rewarded with delicious and healthier granola.
4.8 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American, Swiss
Servings 12 Makes approx. 7 to 8 cups
Calories 366 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup pecan pieces
  • 1 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut
  • ½ cup sunflower seeds unsalted
  • ¼ cup chia seeds
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • 1 ½ tsp. cinnamon
  • ½ tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup melted coconut oil
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup
  • 1 cup pitted dates coarsely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 300ºF.
  • In a large bowl, combine the oats, pecan pieces, dried coconut, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, salt and cinnamon.
  • Add the melted coconut oil, the maple syrup and vanilla and stir well.
  • Spread on two lightly oiled baking sheets.
  • Place each baking sheet on the two lowest racks in the oven, stir the granola and then alternate their position on the racks every 10 minutes.
  • Bake for a total of 20 to 25 minutes or until granola is fragrant and toasted.
  • Remove from the oven and let the granola cool before adding the chopped dates or other dried fruit of your choice.

Notes

Stored in an airtight container, this granola will keep well for a week.

Nutrition

Calories: 366kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 7gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 46mgPotassium: 328mgFiber: 8gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2.4mg
Keyword Homemade Maple Pecan Granola with Dates, Maple Pecan Granola, Vegan Granola
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  1. Rebecca says

    February 01, 2018 at 9:02 pm

    I just made this. It’s terrific! I used walnuts instead of pecans, replaced the coconut oil with canola, and left out the sunflower seeds because I was using what I had on hand. I also used date pieces and raisins for the fruit. I will make this again. Thanks for sharing this

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      February 03, 2018 at 1:06 pm

      So happy you loved the granola, I also think it's great that you used what you had on hand for this recipe, thanks so much for leaving a comment!

      Reply
  2. M says

    June 26, 2016 at 6:09 pm

    How do you keep the dates from making the granola soft? Mine is soft the next day in an airtight jar.

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      June 29, 2016 at 7:35 pm

      Hi, I haven't had that problem but here are a few things I can think of that might help keep your granola crunchy: 1) make sure to use rolled oats, not instant or quick cooking. 2) make sure you toast the granola sufficiently in the oven. 3) Add dates and all dried fruit after baking the granola. Hope that helps, let me know if you give it another try.

      Reply
  3. milkandbun says

    September 27, 2015 at 11:33 am

    This one is absolutely amazing thing!!! I love granola and oats! and dates are one of my fav sweets! Yummy! 🙂 And healthy!

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      September 27, 2015 at 9:40 pm

      So happy to hear that, hope you'll give this granola a try then.

      Reply
  4. Jessica @ Sweetest Menu says

    September 20, 2015 at 6:51 pm

    What a delicious looking breakfast! I'll take anything with maple and pecan in it - YUM!

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      September 20, 2015 at 8:44 pm

      Thanks! I know its hard to go wrong with pecans and maple syrup!

      Reply
  5. nagimaehashi says

    September 18, 2015 at 3:17 pm

    I LOVE HOMEMADE GRANOLA! And this looks WAY better than the boring one I usually make. Pinning! And I think I'm going to make it this morning! (It's Saturday here in Sydney!!)

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      September 19, 2015 at 9:24 pm

      Thank you so much for pinning Nagi. I can't believe that anything you make can be boring, I've looked at your recipes and they're so creative. Hope you like the granola!

      Reply
  6. Lynz Real Cooking says

    September 16, 2015 at 10:29 pm

    Wow this sounds so good! I love granola!

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      September 19, 2015 at 9:30 pm

      Thank you Lynz! It was delicious, I just finished the last of it this morning, now I'm looking forward to my next batch, think I'll try switching things up a bit!

      Reply
      • Lynz Real Cooking says

        September 19, 2015 at 9:31 pm

        It looks so good. How long did it last?

        Reply
        • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

          September 20, 2015 at 12:27 pm

          It lasted two weeks, but after 10 days the dates started to get a bit hard. But still really good to the end.

          Reply
          • Lynz Real Cooking says

            September 20, 2015 at 12:36 pm

            ok that is awesome! I have to try it I love the ingredients!

          • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

            September 20, 2015 at 5:31 pm

            Then you really should try it, and let me know what you think 🙂

  7. tentimestea says

    September 15, 2015 at 1:11 pm

    What delicious-sounding granola! It must taste so lovely with the maple syrup and pecans! I haven't had any homemade granola in a long time and boxed versions are just not the same (all oats and sugar) 🙂

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      September 15, 2015 at 8:48 pm

      Thanks! It really was amazing, I loved the combination of flavours in it.

      Reply
  8. Jenny says

    September 14, 2015 at 10:17 am

    This granola recipe looks great! I have made my own granola before, but not with coconut oil. I will have to try this recipe. I agree that homemade granola is so much tastier than the kind from a box. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      September 15, 2015 at 8:47 pm

      Thanks Jenny! It was my first time using coconut oil in granola as well and I really loved it.

      Reply
  9. Divine Spice Box says

    September 13, 2015 at 11:23 pm

    such a healthy spread of ingredients going into the granola ! Awesome selection of ingredients. Thanks for sharing with FF 🙂

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      September 15, 2015 at 8:44 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  10. Kaila says

    September 13, 2015 at 8:30 pm

    I love making my own granola. Although, I admit I always add chocolate. (I even add chocolate to store bought granola; it's a weakness of mine!) Your focus on the different textures, as well as flavors, in your granola really shows and makes for such a great treat/snack. Thank you so much for bringing your granola to the fiesta this week, and I hope you had a fantastic weekend!

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      September 13, 2015 at 9:06 pm

      That's great. If adding chocolate makes you happy then why not! I have not yet tasted a granola with chocolate in it, but I can't imagine not liking it!

      Reply
  11. Hilda says

    September 13, 2015 at 5:06 pm

    I have not made granola in a few months but this recipe will get me back into the habit for sure.

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      September 13, 2015 at 8:00 pm

      Thanks Hilda! I think this is one of my favourite blends of fruit and nuts.

      Reply
  12. nancyc says

    September 12, 2015 at 5:48 pm

    Yum–this granola sounds great–love the fall maple flavor! It's getting to be time for me to be making some granola soon! 🙂

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      September 12, 2015 at 10:40 pm

      Thanks Nancy, I did love the maple syrup in this granola. I'm thinking of making another batch but with pumpkin flavours.

      Reply
  13. Louise Crosby says

    September 12, 2015 at 11:26 am

    I am definitely going to make this. I like that it uses coconut oil and maple syrup, and that the other ingredients are all so healthy. Gorgeous photo, too. Love the colour and composition.

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      September 12, 2015 at 10:38 pm

      Thanks Louise! Do let me know how you like the recipe and I would love to know if you switch up the ingredients.

      Reply
  14. Amanda says

    September 12, 2015 at 11:15 am

    Tested and true!! Tasty granola, that's for sure! 🙂

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      September 12, 2015 at 10:37 pm

      Ahhh, thanks so much Amanda!

      Reply

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