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Put your overripe bananas to use by making this Banana Buckwheat Granola! It's the perfect gluten free, nutrient-dense topping for your next smoothie or yogurt bowl.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snacks

Ingredients
  

  • 2 overripe bananas
  • 1 1/3 cup buckwheat
  • 1/3 cup quinoa
  • 1/3 cup whole chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup pepitas
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp all-spice

Equipment

  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 meat masher or fork
  • 1 large baking sheet pan
  • parchment paper
  • sealable container for storage
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Preparation
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350F.
  2. Add the bananas to the large mixing bowl and mash them with a fork.
  3. Add the other ingredients to the bowl and combine.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Spread the granola evenly throughout the baking pan.
  6. Bake for 20-30 minutes, tossing halfway.

Notes

Substitutions, Add-Ons, & Alterations:
  • Substitute buckwheat for more quinoa, millet, amaranth, oats (contains oat), or a combination of grains (may contain gluten). 
  • Use whole flax seeds in place of chia seeds.
  • Try sunflower seeds instead of pepitas.
  • Use honey instead of maple syrup. 
  • Add ground cloves, nutmeg, or other spices.
* Any changes to the original recipe may alter the time, taste, temperature, and/or allergen content!