Name: Low-Calorie Homemade Granola Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 2 cups old-fashioned oats; ¼ cup toasted wheat germ; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 tablespoons warm water; ¼ cup sugar-free maple syrup (I like Cary's); ¼ cup coconut, shredded or chips; ¼ cup almonds or pecans; ¼ cup raisins

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Sneak Preview: This crunchy Low-Calorie Granola is ideal for breakfast or snacks. Main ingredients include old fashioned oats, wheat germ, sugar-free maple syrup, almonds, raisins, and unsweetened coconut.

bowl of granola with peaches in the background.

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If oatmeal cookies tempt you, this crunchy Low-Calorie Granola will hit the spot without the guilt. Traditional granola recipes can be sugary calorie bombs, but I’ve got you covered with this tasty, lower-calorie version.

Got a sweet tooth? Try my Chocolate Granola with Maple Syrup and Olive Oil for a delightful treat—perfect for family (if you don’t finish it first).

Shared & Loved

“I did not have any wheat germ so I substituted unprocessed wheat bran (millers bran) instead. Turned out great!” —MARGARET

Ingredients and Substitutions

OLD-FASHIONED OATS: Quick oats can be substituted, though granola may be crumblier. Leftover oats? Try these Five Ingredient Greek Yogurt Waffles.

WHEAT GERM: Adds nutrition; keep refrigerated after opening. Substitute wheat bran if desired.

SUGAR-FREE MAPLE SYRUP: Feel free to use your favorite low-cal syrup.

VEGETABLE OIL: Essential for crunch. Avocado, olive, or canola oils are great alternatives.

UNSWEETENED COCONUT: Look for this in baking or freezer sections.

ALMONDS: Pecans or walnuts work well, too.

RAISINS: Substitute dried cranberries or cherries for variety.

Step-by-Step for Making Low-Calorie Granola

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combining oatmeal, wheat germ, cinnamon and salt in a large bowl. — **Combine dry ingredients**

liquid ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl. — **Combine dry ingredients**

Low-cal granola sprinkled over homemade Greek yogurt in a bowl with fresh nectarines.

Tips That Make a Difference

Nitrile gloves make it easy to press sticky oat clusters without mess.
Silicone baking mats replace parchment and make cleanup simple.
Vacuum-sealed jars (with a handheld sealer) keep granola fresh and crunchy for weeks.

Low-Calorie Homemade Granola Recipe

By Paula Rhodes

Bake up this tasty, crunchy Low-Calorie Granola that's perfect for breakfast or snacking. Quick to prep, packed with oats, nuts, and coconut, and only 93 calories per serving.

5 from 3 votes

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Prep time: 5

Cook time: 1

Total time: 1 5

Ingredients

2 cups (162 g) old-fashioned oats
¼ cup (29 g) toasted wheat germ
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons (41 g) vegetable oil
3 tablespoons (45 g) warm water
¼ cup (81 g) sugar-free maple syrup I like Cary’s
¼ cup (20 g) coconut, shredded or chips
¼ cup (36 g) almonds or pecans
¼ cup (36 g) raisins

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 275 °F (140˚C) Spray a 13-by-9-inch baking sheet with cooking spray. Alternatively, cover the baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
Mix 2 cups (162 g) old-fashioned oats, ¼ cup (29 g) toasted wheat germ, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a large bowl.
Whisk together the ¼ cup (81 g) sugar-free maple syrup, 3 tablespoons (41 g) vegetable oil, and 3 tablespoons (45 g) warm water in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for one minute or until this mixture starts to simmer. Drizzle over the oat mixture and stir to combine.
Pour the granola mixture into a prepared pan. Working a handful at a time, squeeze cereal to form small clumps.
Bake for 30 minutes. Stir in ¼ cup (20 g) coconut, shredded or chips, ¼ cup (36 g) almonds or pecans, and ¼ cup (36 g) raisins. Continue to bake until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes longer.
Let cool and store in an air-tight container. Vacuum-packing in a quart jar is even better.

Equipment

USA Baking Sheet

Nutrition

5-Star Ratings Are My Favorite!Your rating helps others find this recipe and keeps traditional favorites like this one easy to find.

Final Thoughts

Granola is my tasty compromise for oatmeal-averse folks (like me!). If my pants aren’t feeling too tight, I love these Double Chocolate Granola Clusters. If you are an oatmeal fan, don’t miss these Homemade Pop-Tarts with oatmeal in the crust. These Chewy Oatmeal Cookies with Coffee Icing are my husband’s favorite cookies…and I like them, too. If you’re a bread maker, try my recipe for Honey Oatmeal Dinner Rolls or Bread Machine Oatmeal Bread with Sunflower Seeds.

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7 Comments

Thanks so much for sharing your recipies, hope you publish more healthy ones!
God bless you!

I did not have any wheat germ so I substituted unprocesed wheat bran (millers bran) instead. Turned out great! Thank you for all your great recipe ideas on here, Paula!

Paula says:

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You’re welcome Margaret. Thanks for stopping by. Paula

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shoot! i forgot to bring you the wooden bowls! the pictures you took look great, though. you are very creative!

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Paula Rhodes, Home Economist & Owner

As a retired home economist, I created Saladinajar.com to prove that you don’t have to be a chef to find joy in creating food worth sharing. Bread machines (used in an unconventional way), homemade yogurt, and quick microwave recipes are my favorite ways to do that.