Maple Coconut Peanut Crunch Granola

Simplify breakfast with homemade granola! Making your own granola couldn’t be easier, and the flavors in this easy maple coconut peanut granola will become a new favorite!

Easy maple coconut granola

It’s no secret, I love breakfast. I also love mixing things up in the morning.

Not only because I enjoy variety, but I also like to start my kids off with variety in their meals as well.

I find variety sets them up to be ready for new flavors. My hope is that my strategy keeps any picky eating habits at bay!

Adding a little variety can be something as simple as using a different flavor or fruit in custard oatmeal. Changing flavors up doesn’t have to involve cooking entirely different meals unless that’s what you are looking for.

If trying new recipes is your jam, then I have the perfect recipe for you to start out with – Maple coconut peanut crunch granola!

Granola is a favorite in our house. It also happens to be one I rely on often for breakfast on days when we’re in a bit of a hurry and need to get out the door.

We love to pair granola with plain whole milk yogurt (or homemade yogurt) as a great protein source, along with frozen or fresh fruit.

Easy peasy breakfast!

Simple ingredients in maple coconut granola

Scroll down to view the recipe card below for the full ingredients list, nutrition facts, and step-by-step instructions.

• old-fashioned oats
• dry roasted peanuts
• cinnamon
• sea salt
• unsalted butter
• pure maple syrup
• natural peanut butter
• vanilla extract
• unsweetened shredded coconut flakes

How to make this healthy granola recipe

1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Set aside a 9” x 13” baking dish or a large-rimmed baking sheet.
2. In a small saucepan over low heat, add the butter. Once the butter is melted, add the maple syrup, peanut butter, and vanilla. Whisk to combine the wet ingredients.
3. Into the baking dish (or a large bowl), add the oats, chopped peanuts, cinnamon, and sea salt. Mix the dry ingredients together. Pour the butter mixture over the oat mixture and stir to combine. Smooth into an even layer.
4. Bake the granola for 20 minutes, stir it, and return for another 20 minutes. Remove the pan, stir in the coconut, and then bake for 5 more minutes. Let the granola cool before enjoying it!

How to store

Once the granola is fully cooled, store it in an airtight container. Extra large mason jars work really well for this pantry staple. The granola will keep fresh for a few months if stored well.

You can also freeze this granola, especially if you make a double batch and are left with a lot of granola!

Add to a freezer bag, date, label it, and keep frozen for up to 6 months.

Substitutions

Below you’ll find a list of substitutions that will work well with the simple ingredients in this go-to granola recipe. 

If you try something different out, please leave a comment below letting us all know how it turned out!

Old-fashioned oats – The base recipe calls for old-fashioned rolled oats, which work great every time. You can also use quick oats as a substitute. Another great option that’s also gluten-free is buckwheat groats – made with whole grains! Use certified gluten-free oats if you need to ensure the granola is gluten-free!

Dry roasted peanuts – Substitute peanuts with your favorite nuts or seeds. Here’s a list of great alternatives, but mix and match and use what you have! Sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, macadamia nuts, almonds, crunchy pecans, and walnuts are all tasty options. Be sure to chop the nuts before adding.

Butter – A fantastic alternative to butter is coconut oil. It hardens really well and gives you great granola clusters. Another good alternative that gives great flavor is extra-virgin olive oil.

Real maple syrup – Agave nectar and honey work as liquid-sweetened alternatives. Keep an eye that the honey doesn’t burn quickly! For a non-liquid sweetener, try brown sugar, coconut sugar, and chopped dates.

Peanut butter – Almond butter, cashew butter, sunflower seed butter, or hazelnut butter are all good options to use here.

Vanilla extract – Mix up the flavor and swap in almond extract or orange zest in place of the vanilla.

Shredded coconut flakes – Use coconut chips or big flake coconut in place of the finely shredded coconut.

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If you try this best granola recipe, I’d love it if you left a star rating and comment below letting me know how it turned out!

XO

Heather

Originally published in March 2018. Updated March 2023.