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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.
Did you know that you could make the healthiest and best tasting granola right in your own kitchen? This recipe for homemade maple pecan granola with dates is so much better than most granola that comes out of a box. If you haven’t already made your own granola then let me tell you that it’s incredibly easy and takes very little time or effort. It’s also the best way for you to control how much sugar and fat you are consuming with your granola. If you have made granola at home then you already know that it’s a delicious treat.
Making Homemade Granola
This homemade maple pecan granola is full of texture. The oats, seeds and pecans are perfectly toasted which gives this granola a nice crunch. Make sure you use whole rolled oats in your granola, they are much better for you and contain fibre and protein that help fill you up. I found the amount of maple syrup used to sweeten this granola just right, if you prefer it sweeter then I would recommend adding 1 or 2 extra tablespoons of maple syrup. I chose coconut oil for the fat in this recipe, if you choose to use it as well, make sure to melt some before measuring it. You can also use other light tasting healthy oils. Homemade granola recipes are so 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. When making substitutions just make sure to maintain the same ratio of wet-to-dry ingredients as the original recipe.
Give this Homemade Maple Pecan Granola with Dates recipe a try, you can eat it with your favourite dairy or non dairy milk, yogurt or just on it’s own. You’ll be rewarded with delicious granola that is good for you. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 4 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup pecan pieces
- 1 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds unsalted
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/3 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
Rebecca says
February 1, 2018 at 9:02 PMI 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
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
February 3, 2018 at 1:06 PMSo 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!
M says
June 26, 2016 at 6:09 PMHow do you keep the dates from making the granola soft? Mine is soft the next day in an airtight jar.
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
June 29, 2016 at 7:35 PMHi, 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.
milkandbun says
September 27, 2015 at 11:33 AMThis one is absolutely amazing thing!!! I love granola and oats! and dates are one of my fav sweets! Yummy! 🙂 And healthy!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 27, 2015 at 9:40 PMSo happy to hear that, hope you’ll give this granola a try then.
Jessica @ Sweetest Menu says
September 20, 2015 at 6:51 PMWhat a delicious looking breakfast! I’ll take anything with maple and pecan in it – YUM!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 20, 2015 at 8:44 PMThanks! I know its hard to go wrong with pecans and maple syrup!
nagimaehashi says
September 18, 2015 at 3:17 PMI 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!!)
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 19, 2015 at 9:24 PMThank 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!
Lynz Real Cooking says
September 16, 2015 at 10:29 PMWow this sounds so good! I love granola!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 19, 2015 at 9:30 PMThank 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!
Lynz Real Cooking says
September 19, 2015 at 9:31 PMIt looks so good. How long did it last?
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 20, 2015 at 12:27 PMIt lasted two weeks, but after 10 days the dates started to get a bit hard. But still really good to the end.
Lynz Real Cooking says
September 20, 2015 at 12:36 PMok that is awesome! I have to try it I love the ingredients!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 20, 2015 at 5:31 PMThen you really should try it, and let me know what you think 🙂
tentimestea says
September 15, 2015 at 1:11 PMWhat 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) 🙂
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 15, 2015 at 8:48 PMThanks! It really was amazing, I loved the combination of flavours in it.
Jenny says
September 14, 2015 at 10:17 AMThis 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!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 15, 2015 at 8:47 PMThanks Jenny! It was my first time using coconut oil in granola as well and I really loved it.
Divine Spice Box says
September 13, 2015 at 11:23 PMsuch a healthy spread of ingredients going into the granola ! Awesome selection of ingredients. Thanks for sharing with FF 🙂
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 15, 2015 at 8:44 PMThank you!
Kaila says
September 13, 2015 at 8:30 PMI 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!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 13, 2015 at 9:06 PMThat’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!
Hilda says
September 13, 2015 at 5:06 PMI have not made granola in a few months but this recipe will get me back into the habit for sure.
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 13, 2015 at 8:00 PMThanks Hilda! I think this is one of my favourite blends of fruit and nuts.
nancyc says
September 12, 2015 at 5:48 PMYum–this granola sounds great–love the fall maple flavor! It’s getting to be time for me to be making some granola soon! 🙂
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 12, 2015 at 10:40 PMThanks Nancy, I did love the maple syrup in this granola. I’m thinking of making another batch but with pumpkin flavours.
Louise Crosby says
September 12, 2015 at 11:26 AMI 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.
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 12, 2015 at 10:38 PMThanks Louise! Do let me know how you like the recipe and I would love to know if you switch up the ingredients.
Amanda says
September 12, 2015 at 11:15 AMTested and true!! Tasty granola, that’s for sure! 🙂
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
September 12, 2015 at 10:37 PMAhhh, thanks so much Amanda!