Morning Crunch: Easy Homemade Buckwheat Granola Recipe

Prep: 10 min | Cooking: 45 min | Servings: 12

This crispy, crunchy maple cinnamon baked buckwheat granola is the perfect nourishing breakfast to start your day with! Loaded with nuts, seeds, and warming cinnamon, this granola comes together easily and bakes up into delicious crunchy clusters that you will love!

I like to use this buckwheat granola as a delicious crunchy toping on my morning warm oatmeal bowl or just snack it during the day.

When you have your breakfast and “break the fasting” - do it right! Be gentle to your stomach and boost your body with essential nutrition and energy.

Why Buckwheat?

Buckwheat is gluten-free, which makes it perfect grain for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease, but buckwheat is also packed with a powerful nutritional punch. Rich in protein, fiber, and essential nutrients like magnesium, iron, and B vitamins, buckwheat promotes heart health, aids digestion, and helps stabilize blood sugar levels. Its unique composition of antioxidants may also contribute to reducing inflammation and supporting overall well-being. Plus, its versatility makes it a fantastic addition to both savory and sweet dishes, from hearty pancakes to nourishing salads. Embrace the delicious and nutritious benefits of buckwheat for a wholesome and fulfilling diet.

Homemade Buckwheat Granola Recipe:

Ingredients:

•  3 cups buckwheat groats (dried)

• 1 cup chopped nuts of your choice I like almonds, pecans, cashew

• 1 cup rolled oat flakes (optional)

• 1 tsp cinnamon 

• 1/2 tsp nutmeg

• 1/4 tsp sea salt

• 1/3 cup maple syrup

• 1/4 cup olive oil
  

optional:

• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds (optional)

• 2 tbsp chia seeds, but you can mix also flax or hemp seeds (optional)

• 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes (optional)

• 1 tbsp vanilla extract (optional)

• 1/2 cup raisins, dried cranberries or apricots (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 150C and line a large rimmed baking sheet with baking paper.

2. Rinse buckwheat and strain all water.

3. In a large bowl, combine all dried ingredients except of dried fruits

4. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup and olive oil. Pour over the dry ingredients and mix well, until everything is evenly coated.

5. Spread granola evenly on the baking sheet. Bake for 30 mins with fan, mix every 10minutes, until golden brown. 

6. Add in dried fruits if using and bake it for another 10-15minutes until buckwheat groats are easy to chew.

7. Let it cool completely, don't mix until its cold (it will form nice chunks).

8. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Or store in the freezer up to 1 month or longer.

Enjoy!

Nutritional Facts:

Here are approximate nutritional values for 1/4 cup of the granola mixture:

• Calories: Approximately 110 kcal

• Total Fat: 7g

• Saturated Fat: 3g

• Monounsaturated Fat: 2g

• Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g

• Cholesterol: 0mg

• Sodium: 15mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 11g

• Dietary Fiber: 1.5g

• Sugars: 5g

• Protein: 2.25g