Author Notes
I've been tinkering with this recipe for ages. I think I finally got it right. —Burnt Offerings
Ingredients
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3 cups
Rolled Oats (not instant)
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1 cup
Unsweetened coconut flakes
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1 cup
Dried cherries or cranberries
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1/2 cup
Chia Seeds
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1/2 cup
Sliced almonds
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1/2 cup
Crushed or Chopped Pecans
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1/3 cup
Maple Syrup
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1/3 cup
Light Brown Sugar
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1/3 cup
Coconut Oil
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1 teaspoon
Vanilla
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1/4 teaspoon
Kosher Salt
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1 1/2 teaspoons
Cinnamon
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 300', and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Mix the oats, coconut, chia seeds and nuts together in a large mixing bowl.
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In a small pan, or in a large microwave safe measuring cup or bowl, add the maple syrup, brown sugar, coconut oil, salt, vanilla, and cinnamon. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, or mix well and microwave on medium power for 2 minutes, until all the ingredients are melted and mixed well.
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Pour the syrup over the oats mixture and stir well with a spatula.
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Spread the granola mixture evenly onto the parchment lined baking sheet and bake for 30-45 minutes, stirring every 15, until the granola is toasted and the coconut is browned.
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Cool, and store in airtight container.
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