Elevate your breakfast or snack time with this delightful homemade granola. Packed with wholesome ingredients, it's perfect for topping yogurt, sprinkling over smoothie bowls, or enjoying by the handful.
Ingredients:
• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans), roughly chopped
• ½ cup seeds (like sunflower or pumpkin seeds)
• ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• ½ cup dried fruits (such as raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots)
• ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
• ⅓ cup coconut oil or olive oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oats, chopped nuts, seeds, shredded coconut, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the honey (or maple syrup) and coconut oil until melted and combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly coated.
5. Bake: Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the granola is golden brown. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
6. Add Dried Fruits: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool completely. Stir in the dried fruits.
7. Store: Transfer the cooled granola to an airtight container. It can be stored at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Serving Suggestions:
• Sprinkle over yogurt or smoothie bowls.
• Enjoy with milk or a dairy-free alternative as a cereal.
• Use as a topping for desserts like ice cream or fruit crisps.
• Pack as a snack for on-the-go energy.
This homemade granola is customizable; feel free to adjust the nuts, seeds, and dried fruits to your preference. Enjoy the wholesome goodness in every bite!
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