Description
A quick, no-bake granola that delivers instant crunch and wholesome flavor. Using nut butter instead of oil, this vegan skillet granola comes together in under 15 minutes and yields perfectly crisp clusters studded with pistachios, flaxseed, and warming spices—ideal for busy mornings or an anytime snack.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats (125 g certified gluten-free if needed)
- 1/4 cup Pistachios (or nuts/seeds of choice) (Pecans or walnuts work too)
- 5 Tbsp Pecan butter (or other nut butter) (Secret to oil-free cluster formation)
- 1/4 cup Pure maple syrup (80 g)
- 1 Tbsp Ground golden flaxseed (8 g, adds Omega-3s and helps clusters)
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon (Classic warming spice)
- 1/2 tsp Ground ginger (Subtle, zesty warmth)
- 1/4 tsp Fine sea salt (Balances sweetness and enhances other flavors)
Instructions
Toast the Oats (5 minutes):
- Heat the skillet over medium heat. Add the oats and stir constantly.
- After ~4 minutes you’ll smell a nutty aroma and see the oats begin to turn golden. Keep stirring to avoid burning.
Combine & Caramelize (5–10 minutes):
- Lower heat to medium-low. Add pistachios, pecan butter, maple syrup, flaxseed, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
- Stir continuously, breaking up any lumps of nut butter, until the mixture is deeply golden and fragrant and begins to clump.
Cool & Crisp (10 minutes):
- Immediately spread the hot granola onto the parchment-lined sheet pan or plate in a thin, even layer.
- Let sit undisturbed for at least 10 minutes so the maple syrup and nut butter harden, forming crunchy clusters.
Serve & Store:
- Once completely cool, break into clusters. Serve with plant-based milk, yogurt, or enjoy by the handful.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
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Cluster Tip: Don’t disturb the granola while cooling—clusters form as it sets.
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Nut-Free Option: Swap pecan butter for sunflower-seed butter and pistachios for pumpkin seeds.
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Flavor Variations: Stir in dried fruit or coconut flakes after cooling for extra texture.
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Overnight Prep: Make ahead and refrigerate; granola will stay crunchy through the next morning’s bowl.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Cuisine: Healthy Recipes, One-Pan Meals, Vegan
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
