Ditch the store bought granola filled with high fructose corn syrup and preservatives and MAKE YOUR OWN! This recipe is simple, affordable, and easily adjustable to your preferences.
4 cups of rolled oats
1 cup chopped nuts or seeds
1/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup dried fruit of choice
1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes, shredded
¼ cup melted coconut oil
¼ cup honey or maple syrup
1 ½ tsp Vanilla
½ tbsp. cinnamon
1/8 tsp nutmeg
¼ tsp ground ginger
1 pinch sea salt
1) Heat oven to 350
2) Mix all ingredients together, EXCEPT the dried fruit.
3) Spread out evenly on a baking sheet with edges
4) Place in oven for 15 minutes
5) Stir granola and put in over for an additional 10-15 minutes
6) Once cooled add dried fruit and additional drizzle of honey or maple syrup. Place in glass jar with lid. ENJOY!
The best part of this recipe is that you can put in whatever nuts, seeds or dried fruit that you want! Change up the spices or even add 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter. Have fun, be creative, and enjoy.