Easy Cinnamon Roll Granola Clusters (Vegan) Recipe
These Easy Cinnamon Roll Granola Clusters are a delicious vegan snack featuring rolled oats coated in a cinnamon-spiced nut butter and maple syrup mixture, baked to crispy perfection, then drizzled with white chocolate for a sweet finish. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or on-the-go treat with crunchy walnuts adding texture and a warm cinnamon aroma.
- Author: Rita
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes (including cooling time)
- Yield: Approximately 3 cups of granola clusters 1x
- Category: Snack, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup cashew butter (or any nut butter)
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
- White chocolate chips (for drizzling)
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped walnuts, cinnamon, and salt, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cashew butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until all oats and nuts are fully coated with the cinnamon maple mixture.
- Spread and Press: Spread the granola mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet in a thin, approximately 1/4-inch, single layer. Press down firmly with a spatula to compact the mixture, which will help it cluster when baked.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the granola turns lightly golden, indicating it is crisping up.
- Cool Completely: Remove from the oven and allow the granola to cool completely for about 1 hour. This step is crucial as it allows the clusters to harden and become crispy.
- Drizzle White Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate chips and drizzle over the cooled granola clusters. Place in the refrigerator until the chocolate is set.
- Break into Clusters and Store: Once the white chocolate is firm, break the granola into clusters. Store in an airtight container or mason jars to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use any nut butter of your choice, such as almond or peanut butter, to customize the flavor.
- Ensure granola cools completely to achieve the best crispy texture.
- White chocolate drizzle is optional for a dairy-free version, use vegan white chocolate or omit it entirely.
- Store granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Adjust maple syrup quantity for desired sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (about 30g)
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Granola, Vegan Granola Clusters, Healthy Snack, Breakfast Granola, Nut Butter Granola, Maple Syrup Granola