Granola
Servings
14half cup servings
Servings
14half cup servings
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit .
  2. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Grind or chop nuts slightly if desired.
  4. Chop fruit into small raisin sized pieces.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, nuts, chia seeds, salt and spices.
  6. Stir to blend.
  7. Lightly warm oil, honey, and vanilla.
  8. Add orange rind if desired.
  9. Add peanut butter if using.
  10. Pour honey mixture over oats and mix well.
  11. Pour granola onto prepared pan and spread in an even layer.
  12. Bake 15 minutes.
  13. Stir, and if using coconut flakes, add.
  14. If wanting chunky granola, press granola into an even, compact layer.
  15. Bake until lightly golden, another 5-10 minutes.
  16. Do not stir until completely cooled.
  17. Top with the dried fruit and chocolate chips if desired.
  18. Break the granola into pieces for large chunks.
  19. Or stir for loose granola.
  20. Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 to 2 weeks.