Breakfast
Crunchy Granola
Makes about 4 cups
Crunchy Granola
Makes about 4 cups
Granola is an easy and healthier alternative to packaged cereals.
Accompany this fragrant granola with a scoop of your favorite yogurt or fruit.
Nutritional information per serving (½ cup): Calories 290 (54% from fat) carb. 29g pro. 6g fat 18g sat. fat 5gchol. 0mg sod. 138mg
calc. 19mg fiber 4g
Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick-cooking)
- 1½ cups raw cashews
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ½ cup hulled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- 1⁄3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cardamom (optional)
- 1⁄8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup dried cranberries
Preparation
- Line the Baking Pan with foil; reserve.
- In a large mixing bowl combine all ingredients except for the dried fruit. Spread evenly on the prepared Baking Pan.
- Place pan in oven in the upper rack position. Set to Bake at 300°F. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until nicely toasted, stirring halfway through.
- Add the dried fruit and stir to combine. Allow to cool completely on Baking Pan. Transfer to an airtight container to store for up to 3 weeks.
