36 lines
1.3 KiB
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36 lines
1.3 KiB
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# Granola
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## Ingredients
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- **2 cups** old-fashioned rolled oats
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- **3/4 cup** raw nuts and/or seeds
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- **1/2 tsp** fine-grain sea salt or standard table salt
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- **1/4 tsp** ground cinnamon
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- **1/4 cup** melted coconut oil or olive oil
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- **1/4 cup** maple syrup or honey
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- **1/2 tsp** vanilla extract
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- **1/4 cup** coconut flakes
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- **1/3 cup** dried fruit, chopped if large
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## Instructions
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1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
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2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the **oats**, **nuts and/or seeds**, **salt**, and **cinnamon**.
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Stir to blend.
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3. Pour in the **oil**, **maple syrup or honey**, and **vanilla**.
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Mix well, until every oat is lightly coated.
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Pour the granola onto the prepared pan
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and use a large spoon to spread it into an even layer.
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4. Bake for 10 minutes, add **coconut flakes** and stir.
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Press the stirred granola into the pan with a spatula to create a more even layer.
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5. Bake 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
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The granola will further crisp up as it cools.
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6. Let the granola cool completely, undisturbed (at least 45 minutes).
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Top with the **dried fruit**.
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## Notes
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* Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 to 2 weeks,
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or in a sealed freezer bag in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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