Speculaas Granola: A Healthy & Crunchy Recipe

Do you love the warm, spicy taste of speculaas? Then this speculaas granola is a delicious and healthy addition to your breakfast! With crunchy nuts, oat flakes and a hint of speculaas spices, you can make a nutritious granola without refined sugars in no time.

This homemade granola is not only tasty and crunchy, but also full of fiber, healthy fats and natural sweeteners. Perfect as a topping for yogurt, cottage cheese or smoothie bowls!

Why make your own speculaas granola?

No refined sugars – Made with natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup.
Healthy fats and fibers – Thanks to nuts, oats and seeds.
Full of flavor – The speculaas spices give a delicious winter touch.
Easy and quick – Ready in 30 minutes and perfect for storing.

Preparation time: 15 to 20 minutes + 20 to 25 minutes oven time

Preparation for speculaas granola:

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 160 degrees Celsius so that it is at the right temperature when you bake the granola.
2. Chop and mix the nuts: Chop the unsalted nut mix into smaller pieces. Then place all the ingredients, except the speculaas, in a large mixing bowl and mix well.
3. Bake the granola: Line a baking sheet with baking paper and spread the mixture evenly over the sheet. Make sure the granola is spread in a thin layer for an even and crunchy texture. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the granola for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking.
4. Adding speculaas (optional): If you want to add an extra festive touch, add finely chopped speculaas pieces to the cooled granola after baking.
5. Store and enjoy: Let the granola cool completely before storing in airtight containers. Serve the granola as a crunchy and nutritious breakfast, add it to yogurt or cottage cheese, or simply enjoy it as a healthy snack throughout the day.

How do you use it?

Breakfast: Sprinkle over yogurt, cottage cheese or oatmeal.
Snack: Eat a handful as a healthy snack.
Topping: Use as a crunch on smoothie bowls or pancakes.

Frequently Asked Questions about Speculaas Granola

1. How long does homemade granola last?
In an airtight jar, the granola will stay fresh for up to 3 weeks.

2. Can I make the granola sugar-free?
Yes! Replace honey with a sugar-free alternative such as stevia or erythritol.

3. Is this recipe gluten-free?
Use gluten-free oatmeal for a gluten-free version.

4. How do I make vegan speculaas granola?
Replace honey with maple syrup or date syrup and choose dark chocolate without milk ingredients.

Conclusion

This homemade speculaas granola is a crunchy, nutritious treat for any time of day. With warm speculaas spices, healthy ingredients and natural sweeteners, this is the perfect alternative to supermarket granolas full of sugar.

Are you going to make this healthy granola? Let us know in the comments!

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