Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I have always been a fan of granola but admittedly do not eat it all that often. Why do you ask? I find it difficult to find granola that is not loaded with sugar and other ingredients that make it more like dessert. I decided it was time to bake up a batch of my own Protein Packed Vanilla Blueberry Granola with all the ingredients I like to fuel my body with. This post is sponsored by Nuzest and Fit Approach and all opinions and recipe are my own.
Protein Packed Vanilla Blueberry Granola
I was on a mission to pack this granola with foods that make me feel good (oats, flax seed, walnuts, Nuzest protein powder). I also wanted to leave out ingredients such as artificial sweeteners and white sugar. If you are enjoying your granola with fruit and or yogurt, there really is no need to pack it with sweeteners.
I am pretty pleased with how tasty this Protein Packed Vanilla Blueberry Granola is. With just a few minutes of prep time your granola is on the baking sheet and ready to go into the oven. Did I mention how good it smells while it’s baking away? Don’t take my word for it, bake up a batch of your own.
Why Nuzest?
When looking for a protein powder, I want to see a label with ingredients that I can read. Nuzest is made from high quality pea protein and contains no artificial sweeteners or added sugars. It is a complete vegan protein (20 grams) that is easily digested. I find it easily blends into recipes such as this Vanilla Blueberry Granola without leaving a chalky taste. Try some for yourself with this 15% off code link https://www.nuzest-usa.com/
Now that I have discovered how easy it is to make my own granola, I will for sure be enjoying it more often. Perfect for pre or post workout snacks!
Protein Packed Vanilla Blueberry Granola
Make your own healthier and delicious homemade granola. This protein packed vanilla blueberry granola is filled with heart healthy ingredients like flax, walnuts, and oats. Gluten free with no sugar added it's a win for the whole family
Ingredients
- 3 Cups rolled oats
- 1 Cup chopped walnuts
- 2/3 Cup flax seeds
- 1/4 Cup hemp seeds
- 1/4 Cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 C Nuzest Vanilla protein powder
- 2 Tbl cinnamon
- 1 Tsp nutmeg
- 1 Tsp ground cloves
- 3/4 Cup warm water
- 1 Tbl Vanilla
- 1/4 Cup Avocado oil
- 1/4 Cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 Cup dried blueberries
- optional 1/3 Cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees
- Line a baking sheet with with parchment paper
- In a large bowl combine: oats, nuts and seeds
- In a small bowl mix: cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, protein powder, syrup, olive oil and warm water
- Combine this mixture with the oat mixure
- Spread onto the baking sheet and press down with hands or spatula into a think layer
- Bake 30-40 minutes
- Remove pan from oven and sprinkle on dried blueberries and chocolate chips
- Allow to completely cool and then break up into pieces
- store in air tight container
Have you made your own granola? What are your favorite flavors and mix ins?
I don’t eat granola often for the same reasons. This is the perfect solution.
Thanks and yes it’s really hard to find some that is not loaded with sugar
This sounds delicious and I need to make granola since it’s such an easy addition to snacks or meals.
I was surprised by how easy it was to make my own with the healthy ingredients I wanted to add
Sounds yummy. I’ve never made my own granola. But I use Nuzest in my smoothies. I think it’s the best protein powder!
I am a new fan of Nuzest I love how seemlessly it can be added into recipes
I really need to try this. It sounds so easy. My husband eats a lot of granola and he could use something healthier. I love that it has Nuzest in it! My favorite protein powder!
I was surprised by how easy it was to make my own. I love how I can control the sugar myself.
THis sounds so good! I love blueberry and vanilla together. Can’t wait to try this and thanks for hosting.
Thanks I liked the flavor combo as well and it was so easy to make
Yum! This combines two of my favorite flavors.
Thanks I like the flavor combo as well
I never would have thought to add protein powder to granola! What a great idea!
Thanks it blends right in there so easily!
I usually put granola in my yogurt..not the healthy kind, I admit.
Thanks for the post. And the recipe.
I am really trying to be more aware of sugar in my foods. Store bought granola is kind of like dessert for me 🙂
I have often thought of making my own granola…but opt for the lazy approach and just buy the ready-made stuff (that does have extra sugar #mybad). This sounds great,especially with the blueberries! Here I go again…another Deborah recipe to tackle 😉
glad to be of help! 🙂
Love this idea of mixing protein powder into my granola. This is going down soon!
Oh good! It is so easy to add into granola
Granola is one of my favorite breakfasts lately!
It is a great snack or breakfast
Love the addition of protein in granola! It’s been easy too long since I’ve made granola and it use to be a staple. You’re inspiring me to make some again!
Oh good let me know how it goes!
I always love a good granola! Love the protein addition in this one! Will have to add to my morning granola routine
It is so easy to add in some high quality protein
i had no idea i could do this with my granola. definitely gonna have to give this a try next time.
Yes you can it’s so easy
We are all about the blueberries right now! Even the pugs, if you can believe it!
I love homemade granola mixed with vanilla yogurt. In fact, I love it so much that i barely make it because I devour it all LOL!
ha yes I can believe it!
Ah I am a sucker for granola and love that this one only uses natural sweeteners. I have not tried Nuzest – I will have to keep it in mind.
Yes no white sugar here! I don’t think it needs the extra sweetener at all. Hope you give it a try soon
Oh, gosh, I love granola and this sounds like a great flavor combination. Love the pumpkin seeds – and of course I’d add the chocolate chips!
Chocolate chips are always welcome over here!
This looks and sounds delicious! I love that it’s a healthier option, too! Bookmarking this! 🙂
Thanks! Hope you check it out sometimes
It is SO hard to find granolas that aren’t essentially dessert (don’t get me wrong, they are delicious, but most of the time I want a less sugary option!). This looks DELICIOUS! Thanks for the recipe! 🙂
I agree that trying to find low sugar options is tough. Thanks and I hope you have a chance to try it out
I have never tried making granola before but this looks so good! I love the idea of adding protein powder!
It really ups the nutritional value quite a bit!
I love homemade granola. It’s the best. I also love your recipe. You’ve added so many superfoods and flavors are just amazing. I will definitely give this recipe a try. Can’t wait.
Thanks so much! I think it is going to become one of my faves as well
Homemade granola is so good, and I also love packing mine with oats, nuts & seeds. Plus an extra boost of protein is always welcomed too!
Yes I agree and it’s so easy to make your own too
YUM! I love the combination of flavors and colors. Healthy, filling, and delicious.
Thanks so much!
Looks delicious! I pinned it for future use.
Thanks so much!
I eat granola almost every day and am always looking for a new recipe!!!
Great! I really hope you enjoy it
Protein granola is straight up genius!!
Thanks so much Jamie!