Author Notes
This yummy granola is loaded with crunchy pistachios, flaked coconut and sweet chewy dates. —garlic and zest
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Ingredients
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2 1/2 cups
rolled oats
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1 cup
roasted shelled pistachios
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1/2 cup
sunflower seeds
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2 tablespoons
flax seeds
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1 cup
sweetened flaked coconut
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1/2 teaspoon
kosher salt
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1/3 cup
orange blossom or citrus-y honey
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1/3 cup
extra virgin olive oil or canola oil
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1/2 cup
brown sugar
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1 cup
finely chopped pitted dates
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
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In a large bowl combine the oats, pistachios, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, coconut and salt. Mix well and set aside.
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In a small saucepan, combine the honey, oil, and brown sugar and heat over medium high heat, stirring occasionally until mixture comes to a rolling boil and the sugar is dissolved. Pour the honey mixture over the oats and stir until thoroughly combined. Add the dates and mix well.
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Divide the granola between the two sheet pans and spread it out into a single layer. Bake for 10 minutes, stir the granola and arrange in a single layer again.
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Bake for a second 10 minutes and stir. Spread the granola into a single layer and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
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Add the dates to the granola and toss to combine. Let cool to room temperature until dry and crisp. Store in an airtight container.
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