14 Healthy Granola Brands That Actually Aren’t Sugar Bombs

“What I like about Go Raw granola is its simplicity and healthy high quality ingredients,” says Moon. “This variety contains organic sprouted buckwheat groats and organic sprouted flaxseed, and that’s it. If I’m craving something sweet to the mix, I’ll have it with yogurt and fresh fruit.”

Per 1/3 cup serving: 230 cal, 4 g fat (0.5 g sat), 47 g carbs, 1 g sugar, 10 mg sodium, 4 g fiber, 3 g protein. 

“I like this as a snacking granola because it satisfies on both the sweet and savory front, but does it naturally through dried fruit, roasted nuts, and flavorful spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla bean,” says Moon. “There are no added sweeteners, so you can be confident that the sweetness comes from within natural whole foods.”

Per 1/4 cup serving: 140 cal, 10 g fat (1 g sat), 12 g carbs, 8 g sugar, 24 mg sodium, 3 g fiber, 4 g protein.

“Muesli is minimally processed, meaning it doesn’t contain many of the oils and sugars added to many granola varieties, which inevitably ends up with the final product typically lower in total fat, sodium, and sugars than a granola,” says Elizabeth Shaw, R.D.N., nutrition expert.

Per 1/4-cup serving: 140 cal, 2.5 g fat (0 g sat), 24 g carbs, 5 g sugar, 0 mg sodium, 4 g fiber, 4 g protein

“Nutritionally, it’s one of my favorites because it tastes FANTASTIC and it is made without any added sugar,” says Shaw. “Plus, Lark Ellen’s line of granolas are entirely grain-free.”

Per 1/4-cup serving: 130 cal, 10 g fat (2 g sat), 9 g carbs, 5 g sugar, 45 mg sodium, 2 g fiber, 4 g protein

“This comes in yummy flavors, like Blueberry Hemp and Chocolate Peanut Butter. Plus, it’s made with ancient grains and oats and isn’t cloyingly sweet,” says Natalie Rizzo, R.D. 

Per 1/3 cup serving: 130 cal, 5 g fat ( 3 g sat), 17 g carbs, 6 g sugar, 105 mg sodium, 2 g fiber, 3 g protein

“This granola is 100 percent gluten-free, tasty, and comes in 1.5-ounce travel packs. The original has just a few simple ingredients that you would already find in your cupboard,” says Rizzo. 

Per 1/4 cup serving: 150 cal, 10 g fat ( 2.5 g sat), 13 g carbs, 4 g sugar, 0 mg sodium, 2 g fiber, 3 g protein

“While I’m not super keen that two of the first three ingredients are a form of sugar, the total sugar per serving is relatively small, meaning a minute amount of each sugar is likely used,” says Shaw. “I love that this brand has flaxseeds in their Vanilla Almond flavor, which is a great way to boost your intake of omegas and fiber, too,” she adds.

Per 1/4 cup serving: 120 cal, 2.5 g fat (0 g sat), 22 g carbs, 4 g sugar, 0 mg sodium, 3 g fiber, 3 g protein

Thick granola clusters give you that indulgent feel with this granola, but you’re actually making a super-smart, nutritious choice thanks to the health benefits from nuts and seeds. “It’s chewy and crunchy at the same time,” says Maggie Michalczyk, R.D..

Per 1/4 cup serving: 170 calories, 15 g fat (3.5 sat fat), 7 g carb, 4 g fiber, 4 g sugar, 4 g protein

Granola ingredients don't get much better than this, says Michalczyk. “It’s completely refined sugar-free and paleo, plus it’s made with only seven ingredients,” she says. It has a ton of flavor from the almonds, walnuts, coconut, honey, and vanilla for a nice, nutty sweetness.

Per 28 grams serving: 180 calories, 16 g fat (6 g sat fat), 8 g carb, 2 g fiber, 5 g sugar, 4 protein

“High in fiber, this granola will work to keep you fuller for longer when you eat it as a snack. I love that it is extra crunchy too,” says Michalcyzk. Plus, it’s light and sweet from the antioxidant-rich blueberries and touch of vanilla.

Per 1/3 cup serving: 110 calories, 3 g fat (0 g sat fat), 21 g carb, 4 g fiber, 5 g sugar, 3 g protein

High in fats from almond, coconut, and pumpkin seeds, it’ll keep you satiated well after that handful. “I like this granola for its chewy clusters and that it’s made with super simple ingredients and sweetened naturally with honey,” says Michalczyk.

Per 1/3 cup serving: 150 calories, 10 g fat (6 g sat fat) 9 g carb, 2 g fiber, 5 g sugar, 4 g protein

If you’re looking for a granola that really packs on the protein—this is it. “I’m a huge fan of this one because it’s made with very simple ingredients that you can feel good about eating,” says Michalczyk, like sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, almonds, and honey.

Per 1.5 oz.: 209 calories, 13 g fat (6 g sat fat), 16 g carb, 7 g fiber, 6 g sugar, 7 g protein

“High in fiber, this granola is made with oats and goji berries for a healthy chewy and crunchy texture,” says Michalczyk. Plus, it’ll keep munchies at bay, with seven whopping grams of protein and five grams of fiber.

Per 1/2 cup serving: 250 calories, 16 g fat (8 g sat fat), 24 g carb, 5 g fiber, 9 g sugar, 7 g protein

This yummy, decadent, cocoa-flavored granola is actually super good for you, and it’ll really satisfy that sweets craving, says Michalcyzk. It’s also low in carbs and sugar, which is great for anyone on more restrictive diets, like paleo or keto, too.

Per 28 g servings: 180 calories, 15 g of fat (4 g sat fat), 155 mg sodium, 8 g carbs, 3 grams fiber, 3 grams sugar, 5 grams protein