A jar of steel-cut oat granola with a spoonful of granola next to it.

Did you know you could make granola out of steel-cut oats? I sure didn’t! Since I love crunchy things, when I learned that you could make granola this way, I was so excited and couldn’t wait to experiment with this Steel-Cut Oat Granola recipe!

Granola With Steel-Cut Oats

Making granola with steel-cut oats creates a crunchier texture than traditional homemade granola with rolled oats, like my Simple Homemade Granola recipe.

I think this adds a lovely contrast to creamy yogurt, which is what we serve our kids every morning for breakfast.

A yogurt parfait with steel-cut oat granola and raspberries in it.

Steel-Cut Oats Granola Ingredients

  • Coconut oil
  • Maple syrup
  • Vanilla
  • Creamy almond butter (or nut butter of choice)
  • Steel-cut oats
  • Coconut sugar
  • Cinnamon
  • Chia seeds
  • Dried cherries (or dried fruit of choice)
  • Raw pumpkin seeds
  • Raw pecans
  • Raw sliced almonds
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How to Make Granola With Steel-Cut Oats

  1. Combine wet ingredients:

In a large bowl, mix together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, almond butter, and vanilla until smooth.

  1. Add dry ingredients:

Mix in the steel-cut oats, coconut sugar, cinnamon, chia seeds, dried cherries, pumpkin seeds, pecans, and almonds.

  1. Bake:

Spread onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and cook in the oven for 25 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for approximately 20 minutes before serving.

How to Serve Steel-Cut Oat Granola

  • On top of yogurt
  • On smoothie bowls
  • As cereal
  • On top of fruit
  • On top of oatmeal (yes, oats on top of oats!)
  • As a snack if you’re on the go/at the park/on a hike, etc.
  • On top of pancakes/waffles
  • Wrapped in a tortilla with nut butter and banana slices
An overhead view of four jars and bowls of steel-cut oat granola. A bottle of milk, linen cloth, and spoonful of granola is on the side.

How to Store

Store granola in an air-tight container on the counter for a couple of weeks.

Delicious Add Ons

There are so many add-ons that would be delicious in this granola! Here are a few ideas:

  • Raisins
  • Chopped dates
  • Hemp hearts
  • Dried blueberries
  • Cashews

Frequently Asked Questions

Are steel-cut oats gluten-free?

Yes, oats are naturally gluten-free. However, there can be some concern for cross-contamination in the facilities that process oats in that they may also process grains containing gluten. If avoiding gluten is necessary for you, be sure that your oats have a gluten-free label on them, like Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Steel-Cut Oats.

Are steel-cut oats better for you than rolled oats?

Steel-cut oats are higher in fiber than rolled oats and have a lower glycemic index. They are also less processed than rolled oats.

Can I swap any of the add-in ingredients?

Absolutely! You can exchange the add-in ingredients (like nuts, seeds, and dried fruit) for whatever your family likes (ex: swap dried cherries for dried cranberries). I encourage you to have fun with it!

A jar of steel-cut oats granola with a spoon in it. A spoonful of granola sits next to it.

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A jar of steel-cut oats granola with a spoon in it. A spoonful of granola sits next to it.
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Quick Steel-Cut Oats Granola

Author: Kaileigh Gaffney
Yield: 3 cups
This Steel-Cut Oat Granola Recipe is crunchy, packed with fiber, and has a cinnamon vanilla flavor! It only takes 5 minutes to prep and 25 minutes to bake!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 1 ½ tablespoons coconut oil , melted
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • ¼ cup creamy almond butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 cups steel-cut oats
  • 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • ¼ cup dried cherries
  • ¼ cup raw pumpkin seeds
  • ¼ cup pecans
  • ¼ cup raw sliced almonds

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, almond butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Mix in the steel-cut oats, coconut sugar, cinnamon, chia seeds, dried cherries, pumpkin seeds, pecans, and almonds.
  • Spread onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and cook in the oven for 25 minutes, stiring occasionally.
  • Allow to cool on the baking sheet for approximately 20 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store granola in an air-tight container on the counter for a couple of weeks.
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
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