When I first sat down and made my list of strawberries and cream recipes, a lot of them were (obviously) desserts. And as great as that is, two weeks solid of dessert recipes isn’t exactly my thing. One of the first alternatives I thought of was a strawberry granola recipe, with some sort of vanilla yoghurt probably to add the ‘cream’ element. But I thought that was a little boring seeing as I have several granola recipes already. Then I realised I could make this recipe a little more interesting by serving it with an alternative, the strawberry cashew cream. And we all know I love granola/ granola recipes, so one more can’t hurt…right?
Ingredient Choices
I got this idea when I was making my protein balls recipe. In that recipe, I switch out the dates for Urban Fruit as they have a similar texture. Then I thought the same thing might work here. I usually blend dates with water in my granola recipes as a refined sugar free alternative to syrup and thought that using the Urban Fruit in this way would give the recipe a nice subtle hint of strawberry flavour.
The strawberry cashew cream is based on the recipe I used for my strawberry cheesecake layer in my last recipe. It has the same base but is a thinner texture to keep it creamy and stop it setting in the fridge.
In this recipe, I still used some dates mixed in with the Urban Fruit, but you could use more Urban Fruit for a stronger strawberry flavour.
I added almonds to mine as a source of healthy fats, but you could use another nut of your choice. This recipe also includes buckwheat as another way to switch up the texture a little bit. I wanted to include some freeze dried strawberries too, but nowhere near me had any available, so I opted for more of the gummy baked strawberries instead.
Prep Time
The cashew cream requires pre-soaked cashews, so this recipe is best prepped the night before.
Strawberry Granola Recipe w/ Strawberry Cashew Cream
A healthy strawberry granola recipe, combined with a source of creamy healthy fats with the strawberry cashew cream. This recipe is gluten free, refined sugar free, dairy free and vegan. It does contain nuts.
Strawberry Granola Recipe w/ Strawberry Cashew Cream
Ingredients
Granola
- 1 ½ cups GF oats
- 1/3 cup buckwheat
- 75 g almonds
- 30 g dates
- 50 g urban fruit strawberry
- ¾ cup of water
- Dash of vanilla
- 40 g Urban Fruit/ freeze dried strawberries
Cashew Cream
- ½ cup cashews
- 100 g strawberries
Instructions
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Prep: soak your cashews overnight or for at least 4 hours in a cup of water.
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Preheat the oven to 175°c. Blend the Urban Fruit and water together and place in a small saucepan on a low heat for a few minutes until lukewarm, do not allow to boil. Meanwhile, add the oats, buckwheat, and almonds to a mixing bowl.
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Add the vanilla to the saucepan and stir to combine. Remove from the heat and slowly pour over the dry ingredient mix until it is fully covered and is wet enough to easily form clusters. You may not need all of the wet mix, so be careful to add small amounts at a time (I used about 90%).
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Spread mix evenly on a baking tray then place in the centre of the oven for 25 minutes, or until slightly crisp and golden.
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Once cooked, remove from the oven and set aside to cool. Once cool, add the remaining Urban Fruit/ freeze dried strawberries. While the granola is cooling, drain the cashews and add to a blender, along with the strawberries. Blend until smooth and fully combined, then add to a small dish/ tupperware, ready to serve.
Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
The nutritional information is for 50g granola with 2tbsp cashew cream. The strawberry granola alone is 185 calories a serving. This information is calculated using Urban Fruit rather than freeze dried strawberries.
Do you guys like the sound of strawberry granola? Let me know how you would serve yours down below.
Until next time,
Sophie
I’m a big fan of yoghurt and granola for breakfast so I’ll definitely be trying this recipe soon!
Sarah x
I never thought of making my own granola but that’s a great idea! Also prob healthier than buying it at the supermarket! I do love granola, with a bit of yogurt alongside!
This looks so healthy and delicious. I soon won’t have a lot of time to make a proper breakfast and this would work perfect.
Antonia || Sweet Passions
This sounds utterly lush! I wouldn’t serve it with anything….just pop it in a snack bag/tub and nibble it straight like a trail mix 😀
I have some freeze dried strawberries but I’m gonna need to hunt down some buckwheat for this!
This looks bloody amazing! I love love love cashews so even though I eat normal cream I’m definitely going to be trying the strawberry cashew cream!
Soph – https://sophhearts.com x
Your strawberry granola looks delicious. I’d probably serve mine with milk and perhaps a few raspberries on top (not being gluten free). Or just in handfuls by itself as I love granola! Lisa X
Oh my, this looks so yummy and healthy <3
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I’m big into granola at the moment so need to learn how to make it myself.
This recipe looks like the perfect delicious and healthy breakfast! I love strawberries.
Sounds delicious! I’ll have to give cashew cream a try! Thanks 🙂
I’ve always loved granola for breakfast it’s such a healthy thing to eat and even though I mostly like unhealthy breakfasts but this looks amazing and anything with strawberry in it is my favourite! X
Yum this looks delicious!
x,
S | Je M’appelle Chanel
This sounds amazing
This looks absolutely bloody delicious! I can’t quite believe how good vegan recipes are – there really is an alternative for everything. Thank you so much for sharing – hopefully I’ll get to try this one out for myself soon. xx
El // Welsh Wanderer
I’ve recently been so into granola at the moment, it’s my go to breakfast, it just seems to keep me going up until lunch which is good because it means I get less hungry when I’m waiting for lunch time at work haha. I love that you use the urban fruit for the strawberry flavour, I just think that’s so clever. This sounds very delicious though
Chloe xx
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I have a recent new found love for granola after trying it at a blogging event at the start of this year, this is something I am eager to make and try! xx
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
This looks so delicious and it’s easy to make!
Will definitely be giving it ago!!
I definitely need to try cashew cream as a vegan yogurt alternative!
Imogen’s Typewriter. <3
I love this recipe! You’ve explained this in a great way. I am able to follow and create this recipe at home. Thanks
I love that you find so many different ways to style your vegan dishes. I like that you separated the granola. I prefer my granola on the harder side and would mix in the cream as I eat, similar to how I like my cereal, haha. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me
I need to try and make my own granola x
I do like a bit of granola, so I’ll have to give this a try! Thanks for sharing.
I think the cashew cream sounds delicious especially x
I buy granola in the packets but this is basically what I have every day but with yoghurt instead!
Yum, will definitely try this :))) x
Ahh I absolutely love granola, especially in the summer with yoghurt and fruit. Love the sound of the cashew cream xx
Tiffany x http://www.foodandotherloves.co.uk
I keep saying I am going to try to make my own granola. This is the recipe I am saving along with the cashew cream. Both sound and look heavenly too.
This looks super tasty and like the perfect summer breakfast. Thanks so much for sharing, I’m sending you all of my love
With love, Alisha Valerie x | http://www.alishavalerie.com
I really love the sound of strawberry granola, especially when pairing it with strawberry cashew cream! I think your idea of using urban fruit strawberry is interesting, as they have a chewier texture than most dried fruits, so I am excited to see what it’s like when I make it. Thanks for the recipe!
I’ve gotten big into granola lately. I’d love to try to make it myself.