Easy Keto Peanut Butter Granola Crunch!
A deliciously crunchy and healthy low-carb granola, perfect for a keto-friendly breakfast or snack. Packed with nuts, seeds, and peanut butter, it's an easy and satisfying treat!
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Microwave-safe Bowl
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups raw almonds
- 1.25 cups raw pecans
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut or almond flour for a finer texture
- 0.5 cup raw pumpkin seeds
- 0.33 cup granulated erythritol-based sweetener
- 0.33 cup vanilla whey protein powder or egg white protein powder for dairy-free
- 0.33 cup natural peanut butter sugar-free is best!
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter or coconut oil for a dairy-free option
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
- Get Ready: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a big baking sheet with parchment paper. This makes cleanup a breeze!
- Chop the Nuts: In a food processor, pulse the almonds, pecans, shredded coconut, and pumpkin seeds until they're mostly coarse crumbs with a few bigger bits for satisfying crunch. Transfer this mix to a large bowl, then stir in your sweetener and protein powder until everything is well combined.
- Melt & Mix: In a microwave-safe bowl, gently melt the peanut butter and butter (or coconut oil) together until smooth and creamy. Pour this warm, gooey mixture over your dry ingredients. Give it a good stir, tossing lightly, until it’s all coated. Now, add the water and mix again; you'll notice it starts to come together in clumps!
- Bake to Perfection: Spread the yummy mixture evenly on your prepared baking sheet. Use your hands to press it down firmly – this helps it become deliciously crunchy. Bake for 30 minutes, but don't forget to stir it halfway through and press it down again to ensure even crispiness.
- Cool & Crunch: Once baked, take it out of the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. This is crucial for it to get super crunchy!
- Break it Up: Once cool, simply break up any big clumps with your hands into perfect granola pieces. Enjoy your healthy, homemade granola straight from the oven or store it for later!
Notes
This crunchy keto granola is a fantastic way to start your day or enjoy as a satisfying low-carb snack. Store in an airtight container for lasting freshness.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 302 kcal
- Total Carbs: 7.9 g
- Net Carbs: 4.1 g
- Fats: 26.5 g
- Protein: 10.7 g
