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Savory Italian Parmesan Granola Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Savory Italian Parmesan Granola is a unique twist on traditional sweet granolas, combining crunchy oats, nuts, and seeds with bold flavors like garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, and grated parmesan. Enhanced with coconut oil, cashew butter, and chickpeas for added moisture and protein, this granola is baked to golden crispness and makes a deliciously savory snack or salad topper.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 3-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup almonds
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup cashew butter
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup chickpeas
  • 2 egg whites

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Dry Mix: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine the oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, and salt.
  2. Blend Wet Ingredients: In a food processor or a chopper cup with an immersion blender, blend the melted coconut oil, Worcestershire sauce, cashew butter, grated parmesan cheese, and chickpeas until smooth and creamy.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the blended wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Add the egg whites and stir thoroughly to ensure all the dry ingredients are evenly coated with the wet mixture.
  4. Spread and Bake: Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet, pressing it down firmly with a sturdy spatula to create an even layer. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the granola turns golden brown and crispy.
  5. Cool and Serve: Remove the granola from the oven and allow it to cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, break into clusters and enjoy as a savory snack or topping.

Notes

  • Pressing the mixture firmly before baking helps form crisp clusters.
  • Store granola in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunch.
  • For a vegan version, substitute egg whites with flax eggs or a commercial egg replacer.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more garlic powder or Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/savory-italian-parmesan-granola-recipe/