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Home » Granola » Festive Spiced Pecan Quinoa Granola

Festive Spiced Pecan Quinoa Granola

Published: Nov 5, 2014 · Modified: Jul 23, 2017 by Rebecca Pytell · This post may contain affiliate links.

There is no better time to start sharing ALL the granola recipes! Why? Granola is basically the quintessential perfect foodie gift to give during the holiday season. Am I right? Yes, of course I am! Not only does giving granola make some happy tummies, but it also shows you took the time and love to actually prepare a thoughtful creation with your own two hands. You didn't just run out and pick up a bottle of wine or grab a gift card. You actually made something, which I think is often sadly neglected now-a-days.

Festive Spiced Pecan Quinoa Granola | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #granola #glutenfree #holiday

With just a few simple ingredients and under an hour of your time, you could have some wonderful, from the heart, granola to give to a loved one. (Or just keep it for yourself...I won't tell! But to be safe, just make a double, even triple batch!). This isn't your typical run-of-the-mill granola either. It will wow whomever you give it to, I guarantee!

Festive Spiced Pecan Quinoa Granola | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #granola #glutenfree #holiday

We have a lot going on here to make the perfect, subtly sweet, and festive healthy granola! I've included tri-colored quinoa, honey roasted pecans, and the best fragrant spices of the season! Gluten-free, vegan (if you're okay with honey!), and protein packed! A healthy "indulgence" to share this holiday season!

Festive Spiced Pecan Quinoa Granola | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #granola #glutenfree #holiday

When I first tried this granola, I knew it was now one of my new favorites. I actually made this recipe in my college dorm floor kitchen! The whole 1st floor smelled lovingly of holiday spice and yumminess! A few kids in the kitchen at the time asked what I was making. I simply said, "Granola." And this time, it was all for me, mwahhh!

Festive Spiced Pecan Quinoa Granola | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #granola #glutenfree #holiday

Maybe I'll be in the loving spirit closer to the holidays and make some of this for my peers. Probably not (poor college student budget...have to safe every penny and not waste it!). But I will make some for family when I get home! You should plan on making some too. I know it will bring some love and joy and warm hearts during your holiday season!

Festive Spiced Pecan Quinoa Granola

Festive Spiced Pecan Quinoa Granola | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #granola #glutenfree #holiday

Ingredients: (serves 6-8)

+ 2 Cups Gluten-Free Rolled Oats

+ 1 Cup Salt-Free Crispy Brown Rice Cereal

+ ½ Cup Quinoa Flakes

+ ¼ Cup Living Now® Tri-Color Quinoa

+ ½ Cup NOW Real Food® Honey Roasted Pecans (Broken into smaller pieces)

+ ½ Cup Unsweetened Apple Sauce

+ 1 TB Stevia Syrup(or ¼ Cup Honey)

+ ½ TB Cinnamon

+ 1 Tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice (or ½ Tsp Nutmeg + ½ Tsp Allspice)

+ ½ Tsp Pure Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract

Directions:

+ Preheat oven to 325°F.

+ In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, brown rice cereal, quinoa flakes, quinoa, pecans, and stir. Then add the remaining wet ingredients and spices and stir again until everything is equally coated and distributed throughout the mixture.

+ Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oiled foil. Spread the granola mixture on the sheet evenly. It should be clumpy too so you get nice clumps of granola when it's done!

+ Bake the granola for 25 minutes, stirring every 10. Remove and let cool before storing in an airtight jar or container!

Festive Spiced Pecan Quinoa Granola | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #granola #glutenfree #holiday

Festive Spiced Pecan Quinoa Granola | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #granola #glutenfree #holiday

See those clumps of goodness? And those hunks of pecans? It is like biting into pure holiday heaven! This granola just has so many uses! Give it as a gift in a pretty jar, set it out in some little bowls for holiday gathering snaking, simple eat it for breakfast in a bowl with non-dairy milk, on yogurt, or a topping for a smoothie! The granola possibilities are endless 😉

Festive Spiced Pecan Quinoa Granola | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #granola #glutenfree #holiday

Want some more granola recipes? Check out my Apple Cinnamon Granola, Chocolate Banana Cashew Granola, More Than Carrot Cake Granola, Orange Hemp Seed Granola, Pumpkin Spice Granola, Vanilla Pear Quinoa Granola!

So tell me:

+ What is the best homemade gift you ever received during the holidays?

+ Would you rather bake cookies for someone or granola? Granola! Duh! Haha 😉 Cookies are so 1990s 😛

**Disclaimer: This recipe post was created as part of the NOW Foods Holiday Smart Swap Recipe Challenge. I received NOW Foods products for free to use in my original creation.**

*Recipe linking up for the week! WIAW, Allergy Free Wednesdays, #RecipeFridays, #RecipeOfTheWeek, #StrangeButGood, Gluten-Free Wednesdays, Real Food Friday, Gluten-Free Fridays, Tasty Tuesdays, Savoring Saturdays, Healthy Vegan Fridays, #WeekendBites, Real Food Recipe Roundup, Tasty Tuesdays, Meatless Mondays, Lena’s Tasty Tuesdays!*

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Comments

  1. Gin

    September 22, 2015 at 4:27 pm

    You're right, this would make an awesome gift in a cute jar or tin. Sounds sweet and delicious!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 22, 2015 at 4:53 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  2. Nicole Neverman

    December 11, 2014 at 7:41 pm

    This sounds like such a delicious granola recipe. I love the festive theme of it. Quinoa is one of my favorite granola additions, too. So this has gone straight on the "to make" list. If you had a spare moment, I would be delighted if you'd drop this (and anything else you'd like to share) by at the #PureBlogLove DIY and recipe link party!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 11, 2014 at 7:45 pm

      Thank you Nicole! Quinoa is really the perfect crunchy protein packed addition!

      Reply
  3. EVA

    December 07, 2014 at 9:01 am

    Sorry if someone has already asked this, there's too many comments to read through! Can you sub the quinoa flakes for more rolled oats? I can't afford quinoa flakes, but this is FINALLY an oil-free granola which I need for my bad gallbladder diet. And it looks damn delicious!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 07, 2014 at 9:21 am

      Of course you can, but you won't get the strong quinoa flavor if you only use the quinoa without the flakes as well in the recipe. So, you can call it Festive Spiced Pecan Granola instead I guess 😛
      All my granola recipes are oil-free if you need more ideas.

      Reply
  4. Simple Hacks Living

    December 06, 2014 at 8:42 am

    I love the quinoa ingredient! Pinning it!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      December 06, 2014 at 8:44 am

      It's my favorite granola addition!

      Reply
  5. Stacey Guilliatt (Nobody Said It Was Easy)

    November 19, 2014 at 6:38 am

    This looks delicious! #tastytuesdays

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 19, 2014 at 11:26 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  6. Shirley Wood

    November 16, 2014 at 9:20 am

    Thank you for linking up with us at the Ultimate Virtual Cookies & Goodies Party and Giveaway! Be sure to visit the party Pinterest board to see your recipes and more. #ultimatecookieparty

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 16, 2014 at 9:27 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  7. Tammy @ TOTS Family

    November 15, 2014 at 3:03 pm

    I love granola, and yours looks delicious! Thanks for linking up to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Party! I’ve pinned you post to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Board.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 15, 2014 at 3:10 pm

      Granola is the best! Thanks!

      Reply
  8. Hayley@healthyregards

    November 15, 2014 at 10:35 am

    One of my old neighbors use to make homemade cinnamon rolls from scratch for christmas day breakfasts for all the neighbors! She would arrange a tin full of them and then all you had to do on christmas morning was pop them in the oven for a bit and you had homemade cinnamon rolls! I thought it was the cutest and tastiest idea (:

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 15, 2014 at 11:39 am

      That is SO awesome! How sweet (literally!) 😉

      Reply
  9. Raia

    November 15, 2014 at 10:19 am

    I've never thought of pudding quinoa in my granola. Sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing at Savoring Saturdays, Rebecca!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 15, 2014 at 10:20 am

      You have to try it! You really will love it!

      Reply
  10. Jaren (Diary of a Recipe Collector)

    November 14, 2014 at 12:21 pm

    What an awesome way to use quinoa! Thanks for linking up with SNF! Pinned to our party board!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 14, 2014 at 12:38 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  11. Judy

    November 13, 2014 at 2:02 pm

    Thanks for coming and linking up at our Happy Holidays Link Party!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 13, 2014 at 2:13 pm

      Thanks Judy!

      Reply
  12. kimmythevegan

    November 12, 2014 at 9:43 pm

    Oh man this sounds absolutely amazing! I love giving homemade gifts - it's one of my favourite things to do over the holidays. I tend to make something a little more decadent, but over the years have been making healthier treats and look forward to trying this out =)
    Thanks for sharing this delicious recipe at Healthy Vegan Fridays. I have pinned & shared your recipe.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 13, 2014 at 1:08 am

      Hehe, I've I'm making food for someone, everyone knows it is going to be healthy but o so yummy! Homemade gifts are just the best! I've been going completely homemade with my gift giving for 3 years now and I plan on continuing that this year!

      Reply
  13. Laina Turner

    November 11, 2014 at 9:37 am

    This looks great!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 11, 2014 at 9:47 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  14. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table

    November 09, 2014 at 11:53 pm

    I SWEAR I'm going to make granola this week. That looks too incredible! Love the quinoa. Yay protein!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 09, 2014 at 11:58 pm

      Yay! You really must! Everyone should always have a fresh batch on hand!
      And hell yea for clean plant protein! 😉

      Reply
  15. She Rocks Fitness

    November 09, 2014 at 5:18 pm

    This looks DELICIOUS and perfect for the holiday season...LOVE pecans and haven't had them in a long time. Thanks for sharing! 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 09, 2014 at 5:28 pm

      Thank you! Pecans are one of the quintessential holiday nuts! They always remind me of Christmas, haha!

      Reply
  16. Stephanie

    November 08, 2014 at 9:17 pm

    How delicious! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 09, 2014 at 12:20 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  17. Natashalh

    November 08, 2014 at 9:04 pm

    I hadn't heard of quinoa flakes before! I love breakfast quinoa, though, so I need to make some of this. Visiting from SNF!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 08, 2014 at 9:09 pm

      Quinoa flakes are the "breakfast quinoa"! Best hot cereal out there!

      Reply
  18. vegetarianmamma (Cindy)

    November 08, 2014 at 5:17 pm

    Thanks for linking up at our Gluten Free Fridays Party! I have tweeted and pinned your entry to our Gluten Free Fridays board on Pinterest! 🙂 I can't wait to see what you share next time!
    -Cindy

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 08, 2014 at 5:31 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  19. megabrooke

    November 08, 2014 at 4:46 pm

    Sounds delicious! Love quinoa!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 08, 2014 at 4:48 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  20. Sami

    November 08, 2014 at 10:04 am

    Yum! Rebecca, this looks so good! I'm def. going to have to give this a try. I love the blog, BTW...the new colors look so pretty!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 08, 2014 at 10:48 am

      Thank you Sami!
      Haha, the blog has been this way since the end of August 😉

      Reply
  21. Donna

    November 08, 2014 at 9:19 am

    This looks very tasty. I love quinoa but I've never eaten it in granola before. Living in a vegan household I'm always on the lookout for new ideas. I love this for our home, and I also love it as a little gift idea. Now I'm going to pin this and then send it to my sister. Looking forward to trying this right away. I'm very happy to have found you through Sits.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 08, 2014 at 10:47 am

      Haha, thank you so much Donna! I'm so glad you like it! Using quinoa is granola is so good! The perfect nutrition addition and along with the quinoa flakes, the flavor is a standout!

      Reply
  22. Kierston

    November 08, 2014 at 6:41 am

    Mmmmmmmmmyum. Thanks for linking up to #recipefriday!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 08, 2014 at 7:10 am

      And thank you 😉

      Reply
  23. joiedevivrebypia

    November 08, 2014 at 5:37 am

    Hahaha I was just thinking about holiday presents and granola was one of the first things on my mind! I got addicted to homemade granola, so I haven't eaten any store bought since I tried making my own 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 08, 2014 at 5:51 am

      You sound just like me 😉

      Reply
  24. Julia @ Swirls and Spice

    November 08, 2014 at 1:09 am

    I've ever tried quinoa in my granola before. You've convinced me--that needs to change!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 08, 2014 at 5:02 am

      It so does Julia! You won't be sorry 😉

      Reply
  25. Sunnie@Moderngirlnutrition

    November 08, 2014 at 12:55 am

    Whattt I need this in my life <3 haha. Your recipes are so perfect! They always turn out amazing

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 08, 2014 at 5:02 am

      Haha, thank you so much Sunnie 🙂

      Reply
  26. Amanda

    November 07, 2014 at 9:06 pm

    Wow this looks so delicious!!! What a great recipe, thank you for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 07, 2014 at 11:41 pm

      Thank you Amanda!

      Reply
  27. Honest mum

    November 07, 2014 at 6:37 pm

    Delicious, love how inspiring your blog is-you make me want to eat the best I can! I love this just can't eat nuts Thanks for linking up to #tastytuesdays

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 07, 2014 at 7:04 pm

      Aw, thank you so much! That is my intent!
      Skip the pecans and add in some pumpkin seeds!

      Reply
  28. Heidi Fowler

    November 07, 2014 at 1:26 pm

    I love the addition of quinoa! Pinned. Can't wait to try it.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 07, 2014 at 1:42 pm

      Thank you Heidi!

      Reply
  29. melody

    November 07, 2014 at 12:59 pm

    YUM!! I need to try this!!!! LInking from Katherines Corner. If you get a chance stop by and visit!!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 07, 2014 at 1:12 pm

      Thank you! I hope you do try it!

      Reply
  30. Aubrey

    November 07, 2014 at 10:37 am

    This sounds amazing, and the pictures are making me drool. I have definitely saved it for future yumminess.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 07, 2014 at 11:24 am

      Yes please! Save it for the very near future 😉

      Reply
      • Aubrey

        November 07, 2014 at 11:39 am

        No worries. My husband will love it. I'll let you know when we try it out.

        Reply
  31. Marla

    November 07, 2014 at 9:43 am

    Sounds like a great snack for anytime of the year but certainly does go well with Christmas. I love all your ingredients filled with a wealth of health. Thanks for sharing on Real Food Fridays blog hop. Pinned & twitted.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 07, 2014 at 11:23 am

      Thank you! It sure is!

      Reply
  32. Meredith

    November 07, 2014 at 9:41 am

    this sounds amazing! Will definitely try this out. He quinoa is uncooked right?

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 07, 2014 at 11:22 am

      YES!

      Reply
  33. Athletic Avocado

    November 07, 2014 at 7:56 am

    this looks amazing! love the addition of quinoa! yum!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 07, 2014 at 8:25 am

      Thank you! The quinoa and quinoa flakes just rock this!

      Reply
  34. Tina Muir

    November 07, 2014 at 7:15 am

    This sounds loooovveellly! I am a huge fan of granola, but have never tried it with quinoa...maybe I should!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 07, 2014 at 8:11 am

      Maybe! YES you should! It tastes like magic 😉

      Reply
  35. Nicole Neverman

    November 06, 2014 at 11:24 pm

    Homemade granola is absolutely worth the effort. I love making my own, and especially love finding new flavors. Yours sounds amazing. On the to make list!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 06, 2014 at 11:46 pm

      It takes no effort! Homemade granola should be even a new bakers essential! Its so easy and so yummy!

      Reply
  36. EA-The Spicy RD

    November 06, 2014 at 12:40 pm

    Loving everything about this yummy granola! Last year I gave out my homemade gingerbread pancake mix as gifts...maybe this year it will be granola 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 06, 2014 at 1:22 pm

      Gingerbread pancake mix sounds like a winner too 😉

      Reply
  37. David @ Spiced

    November 06, 2014 at 10:16 am

    I just made a fresh batch of granola last night! I've never added quinoa flakes to my granola...but I'll have to give that a shot next time. And I absolutely love that you made this in your dorm kitchen. I'm guessing that was not the easiest of adventures! 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 06, 2014 at 11:37 am

      I love adding all things quinoa to granola! It just gives such a great flavor and extra dose of protein!
      Haha, it was easy since we have a full kitchen on our floor. However, I didn't have a mixing bowl, so the mixing happened just right on the baking sheet!

      Reply
  38. Bethany

    November 06, 2014 at 7:19 am

    Wow this looks amazing! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 06, 2014 at 7:26 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  39. Sharon @ What The Fork Food Blog

    November 06, 2014 at 7:13 am

    Quinoa in granola is such an awesome idea!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 06, 2014 at 7:17 am

      It is the best!

      Reply
  40. Teffy

    November 06, 2014 at 5:46 am

    YUM! This sounds absolutely delicious!
    I love making my own granola, and just love how this is so festive! Definitely need to give this one a go =)

    {Teffy's Perks} X

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 06, 2014 at 5:59 am

      Thank you lovely friend! XOXO

      Reply
  41. Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits

    November 06, 2014 at 12:29 am

    Oh my gosh, if you were baking that in the kitchen on my floor, I'd totally pop out into the hallway to see where the yummy smells were coming from! LOVE homemade granola!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 06, 2014 at 12:38 am

      Haha, o yes! And it was one lovely smell! Homemade rocks world!

      Reply
  42. Natalie

    November 05, 2014 at 9:46 pm

    Cookies may be old school, but you can't decorate granola with colorful frosting in holiday themed colors. However, granola making is a heck of a lot faster and a more unique gift!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 11:48 pm

      Challenge is on! I bet you I CAN decorate my granola 😉

      Reply
  43. Jenny

    November 05, 2014 at 8:06 pm

    Looks delish! Pinned for future reference.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 8:09 pm

      Thanks Jenny!

      Reply
  44. GiselleR @ Diary of an ExSloth

    November 05, 2014 at 5:48 pm

    LOL @ cookies are so 90s. I'd probably make granola too tho, but mostly because you can make more at once. I HATE having to do multiple batches when I'm making cookies over the holidays...not looking forward to that.
    And tri-coloured quinoa in granola is the BOMB 😀 Pinning!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 5:58 pm

      Screw cookies! Granola rocks!
      Haha it is BOMB 😉 Makes it extra festive 😉

      Reply
  45. Jen

    November 05, 2014 at 5:35 pm

    This granola looks amazing! Pinning so I can enjoy this sprinkled into my favorite almond milk yogurt!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 5:38 pm

      Thank you! That sounds like a delicious plan to me 😉

      Reply
  46. Heather @ fit mama real food

    November 05, 2014 at 5:28 pm

    I would totally make granola over cookies to share. Any day. Cookies are what people would expect... but granola is something special and unexpected. This mix sounds awesome!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 5:30 pm

      Thank you Heather!
      I totally agree! Granola is so much better! There are too many cookies to be had anyway during the holidays! Let's switch it up with healthy granola!

      Reply
  47. Emily @ Sweets and Beets

    November 05, 2014 at 4:37 pm

    That looks amazing -- your photos are gorgeous. I've only made homemade granola once, but I love the thought of being able to actually control the ingredients that goes into it. The store-bought stuff can be so sugary!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 5:04 pm

      Yes! Homemade is 1000000x better and healthier. Really just so much tastier! You need to make some ASAP!

      Reply
  48. Julie @ Run Away Freckles

    November 05, 2014 at 3:44 pm

    I am thinking about making candied nuts for people's gifts this year. I am not too huge on cookies.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 3:54 pm

      Throw those nuts into a granola! 😉

      Reply
  49. Annmarie

    November 05, 2014 at 1:58 pm

    Mmmmm quinoa granola...something else I need to try soon. Looks so good 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 2:11 pm

      It is the best addition to granolas!

      Reply
  50. Elizabeth @ Enjoy Every Bite

    November 05, 2014 at 1:09 pm

    This looks seriously delicious. Granola is one of my all time favorite foods - perfect for breakfast, as a snack, or even dessert! I'm right there with ya on the budget though since my husband is in dental school. Someday I'll make a million batches for friends and family!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 1:56 pm

      Haha, yea! At least I know if I DO make it for friends and family, I don't have to spend extra on special GF oats like I have to do for myself!

      Reply
  51. Alex Caspero MA,RD (@delishknowledge)

    November 05, 2014 at 12:27 pm

    I love giving- and receiving- granola for gifts! I usually give soup or brownie mixes and granola! Love that you've made this one so healthy- pinning to save for later!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 12:37 pm

      Thanks Alex! Those make the best gifts! Something that WILL get used and enjoyed 😉

      Reply
  52. genevieve @ gratitude & greens

    November 05, 2014 at 12:25 pm

    I love making and giving granola to other people too! I don't know anyone who doesn't enjoy a good batch of it. I also really like knitting headbands for others. I tried to pin your images but for some reason it "couldn't fetch" the image... I will definitely come back and do it later, once the Internet has sorted itself out!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 12:35 pm

      Granola truly is a gift of love 😉
      I'd totally dig a homemade headband! I wear them everyday!
      You can always just Repin my pin on pinterest!

      Reply
  53. Sam @ PancakeWarriors

    November 05, 2014 at 12:16 pm

    YUMMMM!! I'd love this to sprinkle on my yogurt! And the ingredients are on point! Thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 12:18 pm

      Yes! Perfect festive topping 😉

      Reply
  54. Lean Lena

    November 05, 2014 at 11:07 am

    I love home made granola! Store bought always tastes so super sweet, and making my own I don't add any sweeteners at all, except maybe some honey.
    Pinning this recipe 🙂
    Thanks for linking to Tasty Tuesday!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 11:10 am

      Same here! Oil-free, sugar-free goodness!

      Reply
  55. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl

    November 05, 2014 at 10:28 am

    The fact that you added quinoa to this makes me so happy! I love when I see quinoa in breakfast recipes 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 10:43 am

      Quinoa in granola is SO good! I've been adding it to all my granolas!

      Reply
  56. Rebecca

    November 05, 2014 at 9:31 am

    Yum! Embarrassed to say that I never really thought about gifting granola, but it's such a great idea! & this looks delicious

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 10:13 am

      You'll be everyone's favorite person if you do!

      Reply
  57. Alyssa

    November 05, 2014 at 9:10 am

    Yum! That looks delicious. I always make the same old granola (which is pretty fantastic) but I think it is time to shake things up and make this Christmas-y granola recipe! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 9:18 am

      It is always time to shake up your granola recipes! I always make a new creation when I make a new batch!

      Reply
  58. Georgie

    November 05, 2014 at 8:59 am

    What a great idea! I personally LOVE granola and my family might be getting some this year 😉 shh don't tell

    Great pictures - I wanted to reach into my computer to grab some!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 9:09 am

      Haha, thank you!
      Yea...they might get some...if you don't eat it all first! It's too good!

      Reply
  59. Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner

    November 05, 2014 at 8:35 am

    ooh yummy! Thanks for linking up another great recipe with us this week Have a great day

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 9:08 am

      Thanks friend!

      Reply
  60. Michele @ paleorunningmomma

    November 05, 2014 at 8:14 am

    Your homemade granola always looks amazing. I'd love to try this for my family!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 8:18 am

      Do it! They will love you soooo much, haha 😉 XOXO

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  61. Allie

    November 05, 2014 at 8:08 am

    I love making my own granola too

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 8:18 am

      It is the best!

      Reply
  62. Linz @ Itz Linz

    November 05, 2014 at 8:05 am

    i LOVE homemade granola! so much better fresh!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 8:18 am

      Yes! I refuse to ever by "machine-made" granola, haha! I just have to much fun making my own now anyway!

      Reply
  63. Vicki Montague

    November 05, 2014 at 8:02 am

    That looks and sounds super delicious! I love granola but once I get started on it I can't stop eating it, and since I try to avoid too much sugar that is not good!!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 8:17 am

      Haha, well this one isn't loaded up on sugar! Totally clean for munching!

      Reply
  64. Tina Muir

    November 05, 2014 at 7:44 am

    This sounds wonderful! Love the combination! I am definitely more of a cookie than a granola, but its close, I LOVE granola! Thanks for the recipe!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 7:53 am

      I think we need some GRANOLA COOKIES!

      Reply
  65. Brittany @ Delights and Delectables

    November 05, 2014 at 7:23 am

    I drool!!! YUM!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 7:52 am

      Haha, me too 😉

      Reply
  66. Kelly

    November 05, 2014 at 7:16 am

    This looks delicious! I'll be the house smells amazing when it's cooking, Yum!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 05, 2014 at 7:52 am

      The smell was incredible! Just like Christmas!

      Reply

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Sweet, fruity, tropical paradise! 🤩 * Virgin St Sweet, fruity, tropical paradise! 🤩
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Virgin Strawberry Piña Coladas 😋🍓🧉🍍🥥
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These Sweet Straw-worthy Strawberry Mocktails are👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan 💛
Paleo 💚
No-Added Sugar 💙
Healthy (all fruit), Quick (less than 5 min), & Easy (3 ingredients) 💜
Perfect Summer Beverage For Kids and...EVERYONE! 💗
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Tropical vibes in a glass as you soak up the final weeks of summer sun! 🥳 Get out your blender (I used "one of" my many @nutribullet blenders), a can of @thaikitchen unsweetened light coconut milk, @dolesunshine pineapple, and strawberries (use frozen or fresh and local, but freeze them yourself)! Blend everything up smooth and creamy. Add a splash of pineapple juice if you like your mocktails less thick! 🫠🍹
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How are you spending the last full month of pure summer fun? 🥳✌️☀️
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/virgin-strawberry-pina-colada/
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Dip, Dunk, Devour! 😋 * Vegan French Toast Stick Dip, Dunk, Devour! 😋
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Vegan French Toast Sticks (Gluten-Free, Eggless) 🍞🍁😚
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These Finger-Licking Fun French Toast Sticks are :👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan 💛
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free 💚
Kid-Approved 💙
Make-Ahead & Freezer-Friendly 💜
Classic & Customizable + a Blank Canvas For Dips & Spreads 💖
Nostalgic Breakfast For You, Fun Finger Food For Kids 💗
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Grab the O.G. @aldiusa liveGfree bread that's thick, wide, and gluten-free fluffy perfection! Lightly toast or let it dry out overnight before dipping it into the secret eggless mixture of non-dairy milk (I use @thaikitchen light coconut!), @bobsredmill chickpea flour and nooch, @simplyorganicfoods cinnamon, @swervesweetie sweetener, and a splash of @watkins.1868 vanilla!
Pan-fry, coat in extra cinnamon and sugar, dip in @coombsmaple or any fun drippy dip of choice! 🥳✌️🍞
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What will you be dunking your French Toast Sticks in? 🤔
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/vegan-french-toast-sticks-gluten-free/
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Crispy, charred, melt-in-your-mouth...CABBAGE! 🥬
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Grilled Cabbage Steaks (Gluten-Free, Vegan) 🥬😍❤️
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These Sleek Cabbage Steaks are👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan 💛
Keto & Paleo 💚
Kid-Approved 💙
Healthy & Customizable💜
Quick & Easy 💖
Simple Side Dish, Salad Addition, or Entree with Toppings 💝
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Just a plain 'ole head of green cabbage, sliced up into thick "steaks", lightly brushed with olive oil, and seasoned however you want it! 🥳😋
Grill them up and serve as is OR, load on the toppings like vegan coconut bacon, tahini, vegan sour cream, beans, nuts, seeds, etc. Go crazy!
The most delicious way to serve up cabbage! Smokey, charred, and crispy outer leaves with melt-in-your-mouth inner leaves! 🤩
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/grilled-cabbage-steaks/
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Fire up the grill, we have some sweet, fruity, del Fire up the grill, we have some sweet, fruity, deliciousness to grill up! 😋🙌
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Perfectly Grilled Peaches (Gluten-Free, Vegan) 🍑😍❤️
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These Perfectly Peachy Summer Dessert Gems are👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan 💛
Paleo 💚
Kid-Approved 💙
Healthy & Naturally Sweet 💜
Super Easy & Quick 💖
Perfect Summer Dessert, Side, Topping, or Breakfast 💝
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Grab those beautiful, juicy, sweet local peaches (yellow or white!🥰 @theboysfarmersmarket); keep it plain, or make them for dessert with some brown sugar @swervesweetie, @countrycrock plant butter, @simplyorganicfoods cinnamon, and top a warm gooey scoop with your favorite vegan @so_delcious vanilla ice cream or homemade coconut whipped cream! 😋🥰🍑🍨🥥🥄
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/how-to-grill-peaches/
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Perfect meaty scallops...without the seafood??? 🤯
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Easy Vegan Scallops (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free) 🤤👏🥗
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These Mushroom Masquerading Scallops are 👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan & Vegetarian 💛
Keto & Low-Carb & Paleo 💚
100% Plant-Based 💙
Succulent King Oyster Mushrooms & Simple Pan Sauce💜
No-Fuss, Quick & Easy 💗
Perfect Entree or Fancy Appetizer 💖
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Back in Jersey, King Oyster Mushrooms were impossible to find. So when I saw @theboysfarmersmarket had plenty of them every week, I finally had to try the impossible! Perfect, amazing, savory, umami, meaty, tender, melt-in-your-mouth VEGAN scallops! You MUST try this super simple, quick, and easy recipe...you will wow not only your friends and family but yourself as well...trust me! 🤩✌️🙌
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/vegan-scallops/
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No one cares about entrees during the summer...it' No one cares about entrees during the summer...it's ALL about the sides and salads! 😍😆🥗🫘
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Old-Fashioned Three Bean Salad (Gluten-Free, Vegan) 😋🥗🫘
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This Beautifully Bountiful Bean-Filled Salad is 👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan & Vegetarian 💛
Healthy, Quick, & Easy 💚
Great For Meal Prep 💙
Easy Summer Lunch, Side Dish, or Appetizer 💜
Feed A Crowd at Potlucks, Cookouts, BBQs, & Summer Grillings! 💗
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Green beans, kidney beans (my fav!), cannellini, some finely diced red onion, fresh parsley, and a sweet and tangy dressing made with @bragg apple coder vinegar, @pompeian evoo, a touch of dijon, salt, pepper, and a pinch of celery seed! A classic for a reason; it will last in the fridge all week for a quick side or light lunch too! 🤤🙌✌️
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Find tons more variations and suggestions in the post! How does your family do the classic 3 bean salad? 🤔
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/three-bean-salad/
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Say goodbye to slimy okra! We have perfectly crisp Say goodbye to slimy okra! We have perfectly crispy okra on the menu today! 😍🥳
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Crispy Air Fryer Okra (Easy, Oil-Free) 🤤👏🥗
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These Outragously Outstanding Okra are 👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan 💛
Keto & Low-Carb & Paleo 💚
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free 💙
Just Okra & Your Choice of Seasonings 💜
No-Fuss, Quick & Easy 💗
Perfect Side Dish, Appetizer, or Healthy Snack 💖
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Just grab a bunch of fresh whole beautifully green Okra from your local market (like @theboysfarmersmarket), your spices and herbs of choice (@simplyorganicfoods), toss, and let your @gowiseusa air fryer do all the crispy roasting magic! No sliminess, no stickiness, no mush! These crispy okra fries are little veggies (actually they're a fruit pod) perfection! 🥳😋
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/air-fryer-okra/
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It's June and that means it's time for a new FUNFE It's June and that means it's time for a new FUNFETTI recipe! 🥳
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Gluten-Free Funfetti Banana Bread (Vegan, Allergy-Free) 🥰😍🎂🎉🍌🍞
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These Festive Funfetti Birthday Banana Bread is :👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan 💛
Kid-Approved 💚
9 Ingredients 💙
Easy, Quick, Make-Ahead & Freezer-Friendly 💜
Perfect for ANY Celebration (not just birthdays!) 💖
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For celebrating my 26th birthday tomorrow and Strength and Sunshine's 9th birthday on June 26th it's annual Funfetti month! 😍 It's everything you love about colorful Funfetti and sprinkles with the cozy comfort of a fresh-baked banana bread loaf from mom's oven! Perfect for a celebration away from family...😢
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A super simple mix of @kingarthurbaking gluten-free flour, baking powder and soda, light brown sugar, granulated sugar sweetener @swervesweetie, super dupa ripe chiquita bananas, vanilla extract, oil, a tiny pinch of salt, and all the rainbow jimmies! 😊😋
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/funfetti-banana-bread-gluten-free-vegan/
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