Granola is an amazing treat. Definitely super addictive. Freshman year of college, I would happily eat half a bag of granola after swim practice (do not recommend). But after switching to Paleo, it became difficult to find a good grain-free granola. Most granolas are made with oats because it's cheap and crisps up nicely.

I've made it a personal mission to eat my way through all the different grain-free granolas out there. There are still a couple I haven't tried, but I've compared price and taste of these 11 below (+ 2 Paleo muesli, 5 to-try granolas, and recipes to make your own!)

1. Wildway of Life

This granola is more chewy than crunchy, but that makes it great for a variety of things, from topping rice cakes to avocado toast to sweet potato yogurt bowls. A single spoonful is great for a quick pre-workout snack, as it's only sweetened with dates (no added sugar here!).

Favorite flavor: Vanilla Bean Espresso

Amazon price: $19.99 for a 3-pack of 10 oz = $0.67 / oz
Website price: $5.99 / 10 oz = $0.60 / oz
Vitacost price: $8.09 / 10 oz = $0.81 / oz

2. KitchFix

Kitchfix is actually a meal subscription service, but their granola is some of the best I've tried. It's crunchy, has those fantastic big clusters, and has great flavor. There's only a touch of maple syrup as sweetener, so it's pretty low-sugar.

Favorite Flavor: Cocoa Sea Salt

Amazon price: $11.99 for 10 oz = $1.20 / oz
Website price: $9.99 for 10 oz = $1 / oz

3. Paleo Passion Foods

This is a close second right behind the Kitchfix granola in the "crunchy" granola category. It also has great clusters, but has less flavor options.

Favorite flavor: Maple Cinnamon

Amazon price: $26 for 3-8oz bags = $1.08 / oz
Website price: $22 for 3-8oz bags = $0.92 / oz

4. White Lion Baking Company

This is a local brand — I first found it at a farmer's market — and it's actually amazing. Not too rich and just the right amount of nutty and crunchy. It's super expensive, so I try and avoid buying it too often, but I do so as a treat because I like supporting local small businesses.

Website price: $9 for 8 oz = $1.13 / oz
Whole Foods price: $9.99 for 8 oz = $1.25 / oz

5. Steve's PaleoGoods

This is another brand that I think is a bit over-priced, but they have more options than many other Paleo brands: they have nut-free Paleo granola, PaleoKoko (basically crumbled macaroons), and Maple Bacon Paleokrunch.

Favorite flavor: Cinnamon

Amazon price: $8.95 for 7.5 oz = $1.93 / oz
Website price: $7.95 for 7.5 oz = $1.06 / oz
Whole Foods price: $8.99 for 7.5 oz = $1.20 / oz

6. Paleonola

Ooooh could def go for some of this @paleonola right now for sure ✨❤️😋. How's everyone's Monday going?? Today's the first day I have some free time on my agenda in a while so I'm going to work on some crafts (stay tuned!!!) and catch up on my teacher training homework and working on my alignment and flow (will post more about that soon)! Wow I feel like I'm in middle school crafting and doing homework! 👩🏼‍💻 . . . I'll also be hitting up a 6pm c2 @corepoweryoga if anyone in the Boston area wants to join!! 💃🏼 . . . Last chance today to enter the @furtherfood giveaway with @approachingpaleo !!! See my post "collagen in the air" a few back for details and to enter!! Closes at 11 pm. 💕✨🎉

A post shared by The No Grainer (@thenograiner_) on Jul 17, 2017 at 8:44am PDT

This was the 1st grain free granola I've ever tried — thanks to my friend Rach, who got this for me when she first heard I was following the Paleo lifestyle. It's a classic for a reason.

Favorite flavor: Maple Pancake

Amazon price: $12.27 for 10 oz = $1.23 / oz
Website price: $8.99 for 10 oz = $0.90 / oz
Whole Foods price: $8.99 for 10 oz = $0.90 / oz

7. McCabe's

This is a brand that I found on Vitacost because it was on sale. It's also a very solid grain-free granola; nothing life-changing, but definitely worth the price.

Tip: There's only 1 flavor, but make it more interesting by adding avocado to your bowls for an extra dose of healthy fat!

Amazon price: $15.99 for 10 oz = $1.60 / oz
Vitacost price: $6.29 for 10 oz = $0.63 / oz

8. Purely Elizabeth

Starting the weekend off in the best way possible 😍 Greek yogurt topped with @purely_elizabeth grain free granola, @salbachia chocolate covered chia seeds, @earthcircleorganics cacao nibs, walnuts, almonds, @nutmegspreads cashew butter (proceeds from this nut butter go toward supporting Freely Hope a nonprofit in Kenya!), and a coconut fig fat ball inspired by @leefromamerica! 🙌 this bowl was too good to be true! Happy weekend, everyone! ✨

A post shared by Kennedy Haffner (@thehealthyhaff) on Jul 7, 2017 at 10:44am PDT

This brand is all over Instagram, but most of their granola isn't grain-free. I was overjoyed to find the Banana Nut flavor at my local Sprouts when I went home last spring, but I thought it was a little over-hyped. It was too nutty (yes, that's possible) for my taste.

Amazon price: $5.77 for 8 oz = $0.72 / oz
Website price: $6.99 for 8 oz = $0.87 / oz
Vitacost price: $6.99 for 8 oz = $0.87 / oz

9. Backroads

This Vermont-made granola reminds me of homemade granola, from the packaging to the wholesome ingredients. It's a fairly middle-of-the-road granola; not standout but solid.

Favorite Flavor: Coconut Crunch

Website price: $55 for 6-10z bags = $0.92 / oz
Whole Foods price: $8.99 by bag (12 oz), $12.99 per lb in bulk bins = $0.75 / oz for a bag or $0.81 / oz for bulk

10. True North

Who says granola has to be a sweet affair? This Nutty No Grainer (which is Paleo, if you can't tell by the name) goes great with beer, on salads and on a cheese plate....among many other things. ⠀ One of our favorite flavors from @tngranola⠀ ⠀ #truenorthgranola #granolierthanthou #foodphotography #bicoastalphotographer #granola #vermontlife #myfavoritevermontfoodproducers #vermont #newengland

A post shared by Clare Barboza (@clarebarboza) on Oct 13, 2017 at 1:13pm PDT

Another local brand, they offer one Paleo granola: the Nutty No-Grainer. I found it at the Boston Public Market near my apartment, but you can buy it online as well. It includes macadamia nuts, which is unusual in a granola mix!

Website price: $9 for 8 oz = $1.13 / oz

11. GrandyOats

I really wanted to like this granola — it's crunchy and clusters well — but it was far too sweet for my taste. You can find it in the bulk bins at Whole Foods!

Website price: $48 for 6-9 oz bags = $0.89 / oz

Paleo Muesli

Like granola, traditional muesli is made with — you guessed it — oats, but you won't miss the oats in these Paleo mueslis. They don't have added sugar, making them a little bit healthier.

1. Good Mix Superfoods

take the time to make your food into art, because playing with your food is fun 😏 happy #toasttuesday - peep below at what makes this toast a frickin M E R M A I D TOAST because y’all know I’m a mermaid at heart ( wish I was IRL too ) *** I N M Y H A N D : • 1 slice @udisglutenfree millet chia bread, generously toasted ( I like my bread almost black lololol ) • 3 scoops @kitehillfoods greek style plain unsweetened yogurt mixed with @sourcenaturals spirulina from my @vitacost #vitacostvip box awhile back ( this is what makes it blue / green! ) • some @sunfood apricot kernels • @goodmixfoods paleo mix ( tbh added a glob of @eatnuttzo power fuel post-pic but was ready to eat asap ) #approachingpaleo

A post shared by N A N C Y CH E N (@approachingpaleo) on Nov 7, 2017 at 5:41am PST

You're meat to soak this to make a more traditional muesli, but I like using it as a toast, chia seed pudding, or smoothie bowl topper!

Amazon price: $11.85 for 8.5 oz = $1.39 / oz
Website price: $21 for 14 oz = $1.5 / oz

2. Bob's Red Mill

🎶 every day I’m snacking 🎵 ( but actually 😂 ) *** it’s been a pretty relaxing Saturday - definitely didn’t get as much done as I’d like to, but trying to push that stress away & focus on all the things that went right today. A K A trying to live in the moment & enjoy the little things that make me smile *** took the time to call fam, unwind & ofc, make myself this snack bowl. I just got my @vitacost box in the other day & let me tell you, it makes for a L I T yogurt bowl 💁🏻 *** I N M Y B O W L : • @so_delicious unsweetened coconut yogurt • ⅓ @rawrev glo PB protein bar • handful roasted almonds • ½ banana • 1 square @alterecosf blackout bar • @go_raw sprouted pumpkin seeds (legit obsessed with these) • @bobsredmill paleo muesli (also obsessed with this but I spilled 80% on the ground when I opened it RIP) • @navitasorganics cacao nibs *** L O V E you all & hope you’re all having the best Saturday so far XO 😚 #approachingpaleo

A post shared by N A N C Y CH E N (@approachingpaleo) on Mar 18, 2017 at 3:12pm PDT

This is a great yogurt topper or soaked with almond milk.

Amazon price: $12.21 for 14 oz = $0.87/oz
Vitacost price: $7.22 for 14 oz = $0.52/oz
Website price: $11.69 for 14 oz = $0.84/oz

To Try

1. Whole Me

chocolate for breakfast anyone? 🙋🏻 or brunch rather since i'm eating this after another amazing spin class and a quick dip in the pool 🏊🏼‍♀️ - my favorite ways to start sundays! . working today because i'm taking off tuesday to head to philly to see @edsheeran in concert 🎸 with my friend! but i've got a poolside desk set up for the day so no complaints 😎☀️ hope you all get to enjoy this beautiful sunday! . - - chocolatey af smoothie bowl 👉🏼 water and @rebbl maca mocha 🍫 + two scoops @traderjoes dark cocoa powder, scoop @vitalproteins banana cinnamon whey, 1/2tsp @majusuperfoods maca powder + frozen cauli, frozen bnut squash and 1/2 frozen banana 🍌 + 1/2 fresh avo 🥑 and 1/4 fresh zucchini 🥒 + 1Tbsp @wild_friends honey sunflower butter 🌻 + @wholeme dark choco pb clusters 🥜, @dangfoods coconut chips 🌴 and a drizzle of @crazyrichardspb pb on top . - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - #health #healthy #healthyfood #yummy #foodie #fitness #fitspo #fitgirl #fitfam #food #foodporn #eatclean #cleaneating #cleaneats #eathealthy #chocolate #breakfast #dessert #bbg #healthylifestyle #wellness #workout #getfit #instafood #eat #nutrition #icecream #balance #eeeeeats #brownie

A post shared by shannon mahoney (@fitstrongshann) on Jul 9, 2017 at 8:48am PDT

These are clusters, actually, but that's the best part of granola, isn't it? They have fun flavors like cinnamon banana chip and also have single-serve packets for on-the-go!

Amazon price: $8.79 for 8 oz = $1.1 / oz
Website price: $7 for 8 oz = $0.88 / oz

2. Bubba's Fine Foods

Not feeling well at all today because of a cold, so cooking isn't going to happen. Easy breakfast of berries, full fat coconut milk, and @bubbasfoods Chocolate Ungranola. Nutritious and hit the spot with minimal effort.

A post shared by Lorraine Nichols (@primallybalanced) on Oct 13, 2017 at 7:38am PDT

Dubbed "ungranola," Bubba's has no refined sugar (just a bit of honey) and egg whites for extra protein. Also, how good does bourbon vanilla or uber chocolate sound?

Amazon price: $8.99 for 6 oz = $1.5 / oz
Website price: $8.99 for 6 oz = $1.5 / oz

3. Lark Ellen Farm

Smooth(ie) sailing into Friday after a workout and this power-packed purple smoothie bowl! 👏🏻 Clearly I have a thing for purple this week, and I don't hate it 🙃Everything you need to know on how to mix it up and blend it down below (couldn't withhold such a FAB recipe combo from you guys!). ROCK YOUR FRIDAY 💜 . . . ▫️What's in it: 1/2 cup frozen blueberries, 1/2 cup frozen strawberries 🍓, 1/2 cup frozen cauliflower, 1 unsweetened acai packet, 1 tbsp. @manitobaharvest 1 tbsp. @vitalproteins vanilla coconut collagen peptides, and 1/2 cup almond milk. *Blend on high until well combined. ▫️What's on it: sliced 🍌, @manitobaharvest hemp hearts, @larkellenfarm pumpkin fig grain-free granola, and rose petals 🌹 XO, #TMC #themindfulchef #tmceats

A post shared by Kelsey Bell (@themindfulchef) on Nov 3, 2017 at 5:59am PDT

The unique thing about this brand is that they use sprouted nuts and seeds in their granola, which helps digestion.

Amazon price: $8.99 for 7.5 oz = $1.2 / oz
Website price: $8.99 for 7.5 oz = $1.2 / oz
Vitacost price: $8.99 for 7.5 oz = $1.2 / oz

4. Kitchun

Busy mornings here at BGW, with new logo design (sneak peek coming soon) & hugely exciting projects in the works 📺 🎥 — Anyway, *NEW* up on the blog is my homemade yogurt recipe (and my favorite way to eat it... with plenty of delicious @thekitchun grain-free granola & heaps of nut butter). There are tons of great yogurt recipes out there, but my goal was to make a very simple, no fancy equipment needed, cost-effective & deliciously creamy yog, and I think this is just that 👩🏼‍🍳💕

A post shared by Isabella Grace (@bellagracewellness) on Nov 1, 2017 at 11:22am PDT

These no-granolas have super fun names (like You're the Apple of My Chai) and use coconut milk for an elevated twist.

Amazon price: $25.25 for 2-10 oz bags = $1.26 / oz
Website price: $9.99 for 10 oz = $1 / oz

5. Julie's Real

Morning coffee and @juliesreal Cinnamon Vanilla Bean Grain-Free Granola. Perfect way to start the day! #realfood #grainfree #glutenfreebreakfast #paleobreakfast #breakfastofchampions #itsrealgood

A post shared by Julie's Real (@juliesreal) on Jan 7, 2018 at 8:43am PST

Not only does this company make some fab sounding nut butter, but they make grain free granola as well. I've got my eye on the cacao coconut flavor...

Amazon price: $5.19 for 2.6 oz = $2 / oz
Website price: $4.95 for 2.6 oz = $1.90 / oz

If you want to make your own grain-free granola and save serious cash, check out these recipes:

SCD & Paleo Vanilla Granola from Against All Grain
Blueberry Almond Butter Grain-Free Granola from Bakerita
Superfood Grain-Free Granola with Wild Blueberries and Coconut from Parsnips & Pastries

A personal note on granola: Granola used to be something that I was honestly scared to eat. When I was struggling with my eating disorder, I was afraid of granola and nut butters, amongst other foods. It's a blessing to feel free enough to buy a bag of granola, to try some and put some back. To not fear this amazing, delicious food.

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