Vegan Caramelized Peach Cinnamon Granola

Caramelized Peach Cinnamon Breakfast Granola in a glass jar.

5 from 7 votes

Vegan Caramelized Peach Cinnamon Granola

This Vegan Caramelized Peach Cinnamon Granola recipe is one of my newest favorites! Made with caramelized peaches, quinoa, gluten-free rolled oats, pecans, and spices; this recipe is a versatile way to add a handful of nutrients to your day--whether as a cereal in the morning, snack in between, or to top almost anything for an extra hint of summery peachy flavor. Super easy, entirely Gluten-free, Dairy-free, and Vegan.

Prep Time15

Cook Time45

Total Time55

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Keyword: breakfast, dessert, maple, oatmeal, oats, peach, pecans, quinoa, snack, sweets

Servings: servings

Calories: 523kcal

Author: Shanika

Ingredients

GRANOLA:

2 medium peaches, peeled + diced
3 cups gluten-free organic rolled oats (I use Bob's Red Mill)
½ cup multi-colored quinoa, uncooked
5 Tbsps coconut oil
½ cup organic brown sugar (I use Sugar in the Raw)
¼ cup pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ cup chopped pecans
2 Tbsps chia seeds
1 ½ Tbsps ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon sea salt

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

TO MAKE THE GRANOLA:

Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Now, add 2 Tbsps of coconut oil (it should be already melted since it's warm from the summer weather; otherwise, melt first!) to a medium saucepan on medium-high heat. Add the diced peaches and sprinkle the brown sugar atop. Cook, stirring frequently with a rubber spatula, until peaches soften and mixture becomes bubbly and slightly thick.

BLEND EVERYTHING TOGETHER:

Place the peach mixture carefully in the blender along with additional coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Blend on low speed until mixture becomes liquified.

MIX EVERYTHING TOGETHER:

In a large bowl, add the rolled oats, quinoa, chopped pecans, chia seeds, and cinnamon and stir together until well combined.
Carefully pour the blended peach mixture onto the dry ingredients and toss together using a spatula.

BAKE:

Once done, spread mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 35-45 minutes, until everything has turned golden, dark brown. **NOTE: Please avoid stirring or tossing! In order to create clusters/chunks, you should bake it without touching!!
Remove from oven and let cool for 20-30 minutes. Once cooled, gently break granola apart into medium/large clusters and chunks.
To serve, add to a bowl of coconut milk (or your own non-dairy fave!) OR eat as a snack or atop yogurt, muffins, breakfast toast, pancakes, ice cream, etc.
Bon Appetit!

Notes

STORAGE: Leftover granola can be stored in airtight mason jars and/or containers and/or zip loc bags. Keep at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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