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I’m just going to say it – homemade granola is the best. Trust me because I’ve bought all the granola from the store (I’m in love with granola) and any time I make my granola I am always amazed by its perfection. The proof is in the pudding – or should I say – in the clumps! So many of you have fallen in love with these wholesome homemade granola recipes and with good reason. Knowing what goes into your food is so important these days and sharing that with the people you love is even more important. After receiving countless DMs asking for a date granola recipe, I finally got down to business and created one I know you’ll love.
My husband is a total DATE FIEND. I buy dates with the intention of using them in recipes, but the moment I turn my back, he’s already devoured them. No apologies, just happily munching away, and honestly, who can blame him? These Palestinian dates are so irresistible that even I can’t stay away. Try and imagine for a moment if a date square and granola had a baby – this granola recipe would be it! If you’re searching for a granola recipe that uses date paste, be sure to check out my friend Natalie’s recipe here. Also, not all tahini is created equal and I am a big fan of the runny consistency of this one.
Tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds, commonly used in Middle Eastern cuisine. It has a rich, nutty flavour and a creamy texture, making it a versatile ingredient in both savoury and sweet dishes. In this granola, tahini adds a depth of flavour that pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of dates and the crunch of nuts and seeds.
Start by preheating your oven to 320°F (convection). In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dry ingredients, including the oats, nuts, seeds, spices, and chopped dates.
In a small pot, gently heat the olive oil, maple syrup, and tahini over medium heat until the mixture comes together and becomes smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract to add an aromatic sweetness.
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until everything is well-coated. Spread the mixture evenly across two baking sheets, pressing it down firmly to encourage clumping. Bake undisturbed for 20 minutes, then rotate the pans for even cooking – do not mix the granola! The granola should be golden brown and dry to the touch when done.
Remove the granola from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheets. As it cools, it will firm up, creating those oh so beautiful clumps and clusters! Once fully cooled, use a stiff spatula to break the granola into large clusters. Store in airtight mason jars at room temperature for up to a month.
To keep your tahini granola fresh and crunchy, store it in an airtight container, such as a mason jar, at room temperature. It will stay fresh for up to a month. Be sure to cool the granola completely before storing it to maintain its texture. If you prefer, you can also freeze the granola for longer storage; just make sure it’s in a well-sealed container.
My best word of advice – try granola on everything! I assure you that you will be surprised at how well granola – specifically one this delicious pairs with everything. I’ve sprinkled granola on salad, yogurt, ice cream and countless other things and it has never been bad. It’s also perfect on its own as a quick and satisfying snack. I promise you the options are endless and if you’re willing to think outside the box you will have so much fun. Granola is great my friends!
You’ll fall in love with this Tahini Date Granola for its rich flavour, crunchy texture, and health benefits. If you want a recipe that packs nutrients like fibre, protein, healthy fats and more – this is the one for you. My granola recipes are intended to be enjoyed guilt free and with others! The combination of tahini and dates creates a unique, addictive flavour that will have you reaching for this granola again and again.
If you loved this tahini granola, be sure to leave a comment and review below. Click below for some other amazing granola recipes to try and for all my tips and tricks on making the perfect granola, don’t miss this blog post.
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This looks great but I’m going to be that annoying personwho pleads for weight measures. Dry ingredients may be ok -ish!- to eyeball out in cups but wet? Not at all. Messy and inaccurate for all that.
Please.
Hi Claire, here is a great conversion chart that you can utilize for this recipe or any other that are offered in volume. click here
Thank you for sharing your recipes.
Can’t wait to make this and incorporate it to my daughters postpartum diet
Hey Sabiha! I hope your daughter loves my recipes 🙂
Hi! Can’t wait to make this! Can you add the specific measurement for the maple syrup or tahini.
Thank you!!!
Hi Christy, thanks for mentioning that! thought it said – everything has been updated – both measurements are cups
Hey, can I use coconut oil instead of olive oil, also if I do not have hemp seeds may I use chia seeds, or should I just skip it?
Hi Rene, You can use coconut oil if you’d like however I would suggest using olive oil as the smoke points are different and you will get a better crunch and clump with olive oil verses coconut oil. You can use chia seeds if you’d like however they are a pretty different seed from hemp so expect a different consistency.
It looks so delicious, I definitely want to make it! But I have a question for you, I’m trying to put sugar out of my diet, can I just skip the maple syrup or should I add another ingredient instead? Thanks so much!
Hi Maria, I have never made any of my granolas without maple syrup so I cannot attest to how that will turn out. You could try using agave if you want a lower sugar content however if you omit maple your clumps and crunch will be different
I always make my granola without sweetener but it definitely will change the crispy factor of this recipe
Can’t wait for you to try this recipe!
I make this recipe every week! I also made a few batches and put it in pretty jars to give out as gifts. Everyone loves it!
Hey Wendy! I am so happy that you are loving this granola, I’m sure everyone you gift it to will be absolutely thrilled. Thanks for taking the time to rate and review!
Thanks for the amazing recipe ❤️❤️❤️
Hey Arwa! So happy that you enjoyed this recipe – I really appreciate the review!
Amazing recipe
Children love it❤️
Amazing recipe
Children love it❤️
I will share with all my friends
Hey Sudha, I love reading that your kids loved this granola!! Thank you for the love and I can’t wait for your friends to try it as well 🙂
Hello
Can i remive tahini from the recipe and can i substitute it with something els? My son has allergy
Hi there, yes you can substitute the tahini for any other nut or seed butter!
I would love to try this recipe. I noticed that you mention vanilla extract above, but I don’t see it in your recipe ingredients. How much is required?
Hi there, Vanilla is completely optional but you would add it with the wet ingredients and just a small dash! I hope you enjoy this recipe 🙂
Delicious! I didn’t have dates so ended up using currants instead. It was great and can’t wait to try it with dates next time!
Thanks for sharing your modifications Kate! Love that the currants were an suitable replacement for dates, I’m sure it gave an wonderful flavour to this recipe!
I have made this twice and both times delicious! Definitely my new favorite
Just you wait until I post my carrot cake granola! xx
Amazing top tier recipe!
Oh how I appreciate that!!!! xo
Hello can I use avocado oil instead of olive?
Hi Bita, you can use whatever oil you have on hand but the flavor will differ based on wahtever one you use.
Hi Teri i just tried this recipe. I was a bit skeptical about the tahini at first but I still tried it because i love unusal combinations. Absolute hit!! I also added cranberries after I baked it for extra pop of sweetness. Will def be trying every granola recipe.
Hey Maritsa, I am so happy to read that you tried it! I am all about unusual combinations – they make life exciting 🙂 Thank you so much for the review!
Delicious granola! I just made a batch and will be bringing some to a friend this evening as a hostess gift. Thank you!
Love that you’re sharing the joy! This might be one of my favorite granolas! I hope the hostess loves it 🙂
I love love love this recipe, it’s nutty and morish, beautiful. I swapped olive oil for coconut oil and baked it longer, and used date syrup instead of maple syrup. This is my new go to!
hey Louisa! So glad that you enjoyed this recipe and make substitutions that worked for you. Thanks for sharing your modifications and taking the time to leave a review!
For the olive oil, would you suggest extra virgin or just olive oil? Extra Virgin Olive oil has a stronger flavour and wasn’t sure how it would taste in something sweet, so I used sunflower oil. I’d like to try the right kind of olive oil next time. I also didn’t melt the wet ingredients as I was supposed to but it was still very yummy and moreish!
Hey Gemma! Glad you’re going to give the recipe another try. I use extra virgin olive oil when I make my granola and I always warm the wet ingredients! It really helps emulsify everything together.
This is delicious! I followed the recipe exactly. I will definitely make it again (and again and again).
Hey Cameron! I am so happy that you enjoyed this granola recipe! It certainly is a keeper 🙂 Don’t forget to share over the holidays!
This looks so good! What a great combination of flavors!
Hey Suzanne! I highly recommend trying this recipe – this granola is out of this world delicious! Thanks so much for the comment
This looks Delish but it’s date tahini granola and there are literally 4 dates in there …. I LOVE DATES, however I will be making today but adding more dates ! 🤣
Hey Hanna, thanks for your feedback, dates come in all different sizes and for me what I made was plenty specially when chopped. Glad you’re adding more to suit your preference
This is perfect- followed the recipe just as written.
Isn’t it amazing!! Easily one of my go to recipes, and I’ve made so many of them!! Happy to read you enjoyed it! Thanks for taking the time to rate and review
I followed the recipe exactly and got exactly what I’ve been trying to find for years! The granola is clumpy! crispy! sweet! savory! nutty! VEGAN! and yummy! You’ve found the right combination and ratio of ingredients! Thank you so much! Can’t wait to make this again and again!
Yaaay!! So happy you got all the clumps your heart desires!! This is so exciting. I truly love this recipe so much and I am so gald that you enjoyed them as well 🙂
This granola is the best. I had been dying to use up some tahini in a jar in the refrigerator I’ve had. Crispy, crunchy & filled with nuts. It’s also not sweet which is nice. I added cranraisins, chia seeds, sesame seeds too. I love that it makes big clumps as it sits & cools. Just had some with sliced banana & almond milk. So good & it makes a ton of granola for the week.
Hi Yvonne! Thank you so much for sharing your experience and modifications for this granola recipe. This is definitely one of my long time favourites – the clumps are unreal! I appreciate you taking the time to rate and review 🙂
Hello:)
In the blog sections, when mixing and heating the wet ingredients, you mention adding the vanilla for aromatic sweetness. However, I didn’t see vanilla listed in your ingredient list. How much do we need?
Hey Vikki, it’s totally optional but a little splash is always nice, maybe around a tsp
This recipe turned out brilliantly and now I can’t stop eating it! The recipe was really easy to follow and easily adaptable – I added raisins and cacao nibs once it was out the oven.
Hey Sarah, I am so happy that you enjoyed this granola!! It’s definitely one of my favorites. Love that you made it all your own!
hi I have everything here except nutmeg and coconut flakes. I do have dessicated coconut. can I use those instead? cant wait to try this and let you know how it turned out.
Hey Rosna, did you give this recipe a try? How did it go? I’m sure with these minor swaps you’d be just fine!
This is so delicious. My family loved it. It’s surely going to be on our breakfast table very often. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Luzmarina! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience, I am so happy that you and the family enjoyed this granola recipe!
What temperature is “320 convection” – Fahrenheit or Celsius?
Fahrenheit
I made this today and oh my stars ⭐️! I can’t stop eating it! Even my husband, who is not a fan of granola ate some and loved it! I am a big fan of dates so I used 6 instead of 4 (lol) and I did have coconut but it didn’t seem to matter. Next time I make it I will make sure to have the coconut on hand.
LOVE that you made this recipe! It’s definitely an amazing granola and it’s so delicious! Thanks for sharing your experience and taking the time to rate and review 🙂
This granola recipe is a keeper. It didn’t last long in our household. I’ll be trying your other granola recipes as well. Thank you.
It doesn’t last long here either an I am only 1 person!!
The carrot granola… my favorite G🫶🏻
Can I use date syrup? And is yes ? Should I put honey or maple syrup with the date syrup?
Hey Yasmeen, I have never made any of my granolas with date syrup, however if it has a similiar consistency to maple then you should be fine to use it. I like to stick with maple for my recipes! Let me know how it goes if you give it a try!