Chewy Wholesome Ginger Clusters (Printable Version)
Chewy oat and nut clusters with fragrant ginger and natural sweetness make a satisfying snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
02 - 1/2 cup almond flour
03 - 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
04 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
05 - 1/4 cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
07 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
09 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
10 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In large bowl, mix oats, almond flour, walnuts, shredded coconut, crystallized ginger, ground ginger, and salt until well blended.
03 - In separate small bowl, whisk together maple syrup (or honey), melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour wet ingredients over dry ingredients. Stir until everything is evenly combined and mixture holds together.
05 - Scoop heaping tablespoons onto prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Gently press each mound together without flattening completely.
06 - Bake 10-12 minutes until golden around edges and set on top.
07 - Let clusters cool on baking sheet 10 minutes before transferring to wire rack. Cool completely before storing.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- That perfect chewy-crunchy texture that makes you reach for just one more
- Natural sweetness that feels indulgent but keeps your energy steady
- They come together in under 30 minutes with zero fancy techniques
02 -
- Don't press the clusters flat, they need to be mounded to get that perfect chewy center
- They'll feel soft when you take them out but crisp up beautifully as they cool
- Using room temperature coconut oil helps it incorporate evenly without seizing up
03 -
- Double the batch and freeze half, you'll thank yourself later
- Let the crystallized ginger sit in the hot coconut oil for a minute to soften before mixing
- Rotate the baking sheet halfway through for even browning