Protein granola with dates, figs, hazelnuts and almonds

Granola maison protéiné aux dattes, aux figues, aux noisettes et aux amandes

Dates, figs, hazelnuts, almonds, and cinnamon: homemade granola with festive flavors, enriched with Zenit plant-based protein. It also makes a lovely gourmet gift!

At a glance

  • Preparation: 10 minutes (+ 15 minutes soaking)
  • Baking: 25 to 30 minutes
  • Protein: about 9 g per 125 ml (1/2 cup) of granola on its own
  • Nutritional information: about 39 g of carbohydrates, 10 g of fat, and 5 g of fiber per 125 ml of granola on its own (basic version, approximate values)
  • Storage: 3 to 4 weeks

Ingredients

Dried fruit

  • 125 ml (1/2 cup) coarsely chopped dried figs
  • 125 ml (1/2 cup) coarsely chopped dried dates
  • Water for soaking

Granola

  • 750 ml (3 cups) large-flake oats
  • 2 scoops of Zenit organic vanilla plant-based protein
  • 125 ml (1/2 cup) coarsely chopped hazelnuts
  • 125 ml (1/2 cup) plain or tamari almonds, coarsely chopped
  • 5 ml (1 tsp) ground cinnamon
  • 165 ml (2/3 cup) maple syrup
  • 30 ml (2 tbsp) canola oil

Preparation

  1. Position the rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 165 °C (325 °F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, soak the dates and figs in water for 15 minutes. Drain.
  3. In another bowl, mix the remaining ingredients well. Add the softened fruit.
  4. Spread on the baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  5. Let cool completely.

Danielle's tip

Presented in a pretty jar, this granola makes a lovely holiday gift. Store it in an airtight container for 3 to 4 weeks.

For a higher-protein breakfast: served with 175 g (3/4 cup) of plain Greek yogurt, your bowl has about 25 g of protein. With 250 ml of milk or soy beverage, about 16 to 18 g.

Note: almond, oat, and coconut beverages contain very little protein (about 1 g per cup).

No time to cook? Zenit almond and multigrain protein granola is certified Aliments du Québec: serve 60 ml over Greek yogurt, and breakfast is ready!

Discover Zenit organic plant-based protein

Frequently asked questions

How much protein is in this granola?
About 9 g per 125 ml (1/2 cup) of granola on its own, and about 25 g with 175 g of plain Greek yogurt.

Why soak dried fruit?
To soften them: they stay tender after baking instead of becoming hard.

How long does homemade granola keep?
About 3 to 4 weeks in an airtight container at room temperature.

Danielle Dubois, Dt.P., nutritionist
Member of the Ordre des diététistes-nutritionnistes du Québec
Founder of Zenit Nutrition

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