Granola can easily turn into a sugar-heavy snack, but it does not have to be that way. This version keeps the flavor and texture you want while shifting the focus toward more balanced nutrition.
Built with high-fiber ingredients and a lower sugar profile, it supports more steady energy and better blood sugar control. Nuts and seeds add satisfying crunch and healthy fats, while milk powder and liquid egg whites help get that classic granola texture with less oil and sugar.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, chopped dates, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, pecans, cinnamon, salt, and milk powder. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Add the maple syrup, egg whites, olive oil, and vanilla extract to the same bowl. Stir until all the dry ingredients are well coated.
- Spread the mixture in a single, even layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the granola is lightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the tray for about 30 minutes.
- Once cooled, break into large chunks. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
PER SERVING:
CAL 293 • PRO 8g • CHO 32g • FAT 16g • SFAT 2g
FIBER 6g • CHOL 0mg • SODIUM 93mg
