Nutola is a nut and seed-based granola alternative. It is naturally gluten-free, grain-free, sugar-free, and keto. It’s also a great way to kickstart your day!
Nutola has been my go-to breakfast cereal for years. As a gluten-free person, store-bought breakfast cereal options are either expensive or far too sweet for my taste. However, the main reason why I like to start my day with this grain-free cereal is because it makes my tummy happy. 🙂
There are lots of reasons why nutola is my feel-good breakfast option.
- It is high in fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
- Skipping complex carbs in the morning helps me feel more perky and awake.
- I’ve also found that having simple carbs in the morning results in a rollercoaster ride of hunger and eating that lasts all day long. Starting with a protein-rich breakfast helps to regulate my blood sugar levels.
- I use a mix of toasted nuts, for that delicious toasty flavor, and raw seeds for those essential fatty acids.
I’m not suggesting that it is a dietary superfood (though there is lots of evidence to support a protein-rich breakfast), however, it is the best breakfast for me!
A more affordable nutola
Probably the number one issue with grain-free cereal is the cost. Nuts and seeds are expensive, especially compared to the price of a box of cereal. Here are a few ways to make nutola more affordable:
- Choose more affordable nuts and seeds, like flaxseeds, sunflower seeds, and coconut.
- I always make nutola with the leftover almond meal from homemade almond milk. I love the two-for-one bonus!
- Nutola is nutritionally dense. So you won’t need to eat as much of it as you do for other breakfasts. I usually eat around 1/4 cup compared to 2 cups of cereal flakes.
- It also sticks with you, so you won’t have to buy that mid-morning snack.
Nutola (Grain-Free, Sugar-Free Granola)
Nutola is a nut and seed-based granola alternative. It is naturally gluten-free, grain-free, sugar-free, and keto. It’s also a great way to kickstart your day!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 3 cups 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: Grain-Free
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 cup of nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts)
- 1/2 cup of sunflower seeds
- 1 Tbsp oil
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp of salt
- 1/2 cup of unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/4 cup of pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup of ground flaxseed
- 2 Tbsp of hemp hearts
Instructions
- Nutola is more of a concept than an exact recipe. Feel free to use your favorite nuts and seeds. Skip the nuts altogether if they don’t work for you. Add more coconut, if it’s your favorite. Definitely take this simple recipe and make it your own.
- Preheat your oven to 250F.Â
- Roughly chop or grind the nuts and sunflower seeds until they are a coarse meal. Toss the nut meal in the oil then spread the nut meal out on a rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle on the cinnamon and salt.Â
- Roast the nuts for 15 minutes. Add in the coconut flakes. Toss and stir so that the nut meal can brown evenly. Then roast again for another 15 to 30 minutes (until everything is nicely toasted).
- Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly. Meanwhile, coarsely chop the pumpkin seeds. Combine all of the ingredients in an airtight container. I like to layer everything so that it’s evenly mixed. Otherwise, the coconut flakes tend to migrate to the top and the flax meal ends up at the bottom. Store nutola in the fridge and enjoy it within 4 months.
- Serve nutola with your favorite cultured dairy or non-dairy alternative. I always add some fresh fruit for the natural sweetness.Â
Notes
- I usually soak my nuts before grinding and roasting. It’s not necessary, however, it’s a good way to reduce the bitterness of certain nuts, like almonds. If the nuts have been soaked before roasting, they will need to roast for an extra hour. Don’t add the coconut until it is almost finished roasting or it will burn.
- Ground flax isn’t the tastiest cereal addition. I include it for a host of personal reasons but feel free to skip it if you want.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (no dairy or fruit)
- Calories: 255
- Sugar: 0.7g
- Sodium: 37mg
- Fat: 21.5g
- Saturated Fat: 6.7g
- Carbohydrates: 9.8g
- Fiber: 5.7g
- Protein: 8.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: almond, hazelnut, pumpkin seed, flaxseed, sugar-free, sweetener-free,
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