Delicious and Nutritious Homemade Granola

Indulge in the wholesome goodness of homemade granola with this easy recipe. Packed with nuts, seeds, and dried fruits, this crunchy treat is perfect for breakfast or snacking. Customize it to your liking with your favorite ingredients and enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal.

Ingredients

• 3 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, or walnuts)
• 1/2 cup seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, or chia seeds)
• 1/2 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, or apricots)
• 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix together oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit.
3. In a separate bowl, combine honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
4. Pour wet ingredients over dry ingredients and mix well to coat everything evenly.
5. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
7. Let cool completely before breaking into clusters and storing in an airtight container.
8. Enjoy with yogurt, milk, or as a topping for smoothie bowls.
9. Experiment with different nuts, seeds, and dried fruits to create your own unique granola blend.

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