Homemade Granola

Homemade Maple Chia Granola (Protein + Fiber Boosted!)

If you’re a busy mom who loves simple, wholesome breakfasts or snacks that actually keep you full, you’re going to love this one.

This homemade granola is crunchy, slightly sweet, and packed with fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based protein  all the things your body needs to keep energy stable, hormones happy, and cravings at bay.

Plus, it’s naturally sweetened with maple syrup, comes together in one bowl, and makes your kitchen smell amazing while it bakes.

High in protein and fiber – keeps you satisfied longer (hello, fewer sugar crashes)

Hormone-friendly fats from chia, hemp, and pumpkin seeds

Refined sugar free – just a touch of maple syrup for sweetness

Easy to customize – add coconut, nuts, or dried fruit

Ingredients

• 3 cups rolled oats
• ¼ cup chia seeds
• ½ cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
• ¼ cup hemp seeds
• ½ cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans – optional)
• ¼ cup melted coconut oil or olive oil
• ⅓ cup pure maple syrup (or honey)
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  (Optional: ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes or dried fruit  add these after baking)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl  oats, seeds, nuts, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Add wet ingredients  drizzle in the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla. Stir until everything’s evenly coated.
4. Bake for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and slightly crisp.
5. Cool completely  the granola will continue to crisp as it cools.
6. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Breakdown (per ½ cup serving)

• Calories: 250 
• Protein 7-8g
• Fiber 5-6g 
• Carbs 28g 
• Fats 12g
• Added sugar (maple syrup) 6g

Boost It Even More

• Add 2 tbsp protein powder before baking to bump it up to 10-12g protein per serving.
• Mix in 2 tbsp ground flaxseed for an extra fiber and omega-3 boost.
• Pair with Greek yogurt or high-protein milk for a balanced breakfast.