Lemon Blueberry Granola

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Looking for a make ahead meal prep idea that is fulfilling, healthy and tastes great? Lemon blueberry granola is an easy oven baked recipe that is crunchy, delicious, and utterly magical. 

Hot food isn’t always the best solution, especially when you have the option to eat crunchy clusters of whole grain oats. It’s true that easy homemade granola is a healthy year round staple because it adds a refreshing twist to the timeless whole grain!

From cranberry almond granola to blueberry muffin granola, we’ve prepared many tasty preparations to enjoy the classic whole grain. Pick your favorite dried fruits, nuts, seeds and tasty base flavors that you love the most. 

If you become irritable when you get hungry, then add a scoop of homemade granola to your morning routine so that you don’t leave the house on an empty stomach. Lemon and blueberry granola combines the health benefits of oatmeal with other antioxidant rich superfoods for a truly mouthwatering experience!

How to make lemon blueberry granola?

Lemon blueberry granola is a simple oven baked recipe that is actually quite delicious. The best part of this healthy meal prep is that the recipe takes only 10 minutes to prepare. Here are the handful of ingredients needed to get started.

There is one key to the intense flavor of this recipe. Massage the lemon zest with the sugar to really activate the essential oils locked inside the lemon peel.

In a medium sized bowl, zest the lemons and add the sugar. Use the back of a spoon to press the sugar into the zest. Stir for about 30 seconds and mash the zest with the sugar. Afterwards, add the oats, flaxseed, almonds, sea salt and cinnamon. 

In a small bowl, juice the lemons and add the coconut oil, maple syrup and agave. Stir well and combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients. Mix so that the oats are fully coated with the liquid.

Spread the mixture evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes until the edges start to turn a golden brown color.

Lemon Blueberry Granola Tips:

Lemon blueberry granola is an easy to make meal prep idea that is perfect for breakfast time. Not only is this healthy and delicious, but the recipe is also vegan and gluten-free. Here are a few handy tips to make the granola fresh tasting every time you dive in for a bite. 

• Lemon: Fresh lemon zest and juice gives this granola recipe a zesty twist with a refreshing citrusy flavor. Zest the lemon before juicing. Mash the lemon zest into the sugar to really activate the essential oils found in the peel. 
• Blueberries: Blueberries pair extremely well with lemon and also contain beneficial antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. 
• Oats: Rolled oats are the preferred type of oats for preparing this oven baked recipe. Quick oats are also ok, but the granola will break up into small crumbles because the oats are small bits with thinner pieces.
• Dried fruits: Dried blueberries pack a flavorful punch in this tasty recipe. Consider adding a handful of dried apples, apricots, bananas or mango for a slight variation.
• Nuts: Almonds are a fantastic addition to the lemon blueberry combination. If you are looking for a substitution, then hazelnuts, pecans, pine nuts and walnuts are a great addition.
• Seeds: Flaxseeds are already a part of this recipe, but consider adding superfood ingredients like hemp seeds and chia seeds to your oven baked granola.
• Vegan: This recipe is vegan. 
• Gluten free: Certified oats are recommended even though oats are gluten free. This helps to prevent cross contamination with gluten during the harvesting and packaging of the whole grain.
• Sweetener: Use your favorite sweetener to sweeten the soaked granola as needed. Agave syrup, coconut sugar, honey or stevia are some of the available options. Avoid honey if you want to make a vegan recipe.
• Clusters or crumble: If you want large clusters of granola, then don’t stir the mixture while baking. Rotate the pan while baking, watch for the granola to brown around the edges of the pan and it will harden in large clusters that are easy to break up.
• Storage: Cool the fresh baked granola to room temperature and then store in airtight containers. Eat within 3 weeks for best quality and fresh taste.

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