Healthy and Delicious Mostly-Oats Granola Recipe

This Mostly-Oats Granola recipe is a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients like oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits. It is a healthy and delicious option for breakfast or as a snack. The granola is lightly sweetened with maple syrup and flavored with warming spices like cinnamon and vanilla. Make a big batch of this granola and store it in an airtight container for a quick and easy breakfast option throughout the week.

Ingredients

• 3 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup chopped nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
• 1/2 cup seeds (such as pumpkin or sunflower seeds)
• 1/2 cup dried fruits (such as raisins, cranberries, or apricots)
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruits, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well coated.
5. Spread the mixture evenly onto a lined baking sheet.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the granola is golden brown and crispy, stirring once or twice during baking for even browning.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
8. Once cooled, break the granola into clusters and transfer to an airtight container for storage.
9. Serve with yogurt or milk, or enjoy it as a crunchy snack on its own.

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