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Everyday Almond Granola

Lightly sweet, nutty granola for a yummy breakfast or anytime snack.

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Author Amanda @ A Treat Life

Ingredients

  • 3 cups old fashioned oats
  • 3/4 cup chopped or slivered almonds
  • 1/2 cup pepitas (or pumpkin seeds)
  • 2 tbsp flax seeds
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/8 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp almond extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped dried fruit such as figs, apricots, raisins

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 140C/ 275F.
  2. Combine all the dry ingredients in a large bowl.

  3. In a liquid measuring cup or smaller bowl combine the maple syrup, honey, melted coconut oil, vanilla, and almond extract.  (If needed heat the coconut oil in the microwave or on the stovetop for just a few seconds until it is melted.)

  4. Add the wet ingredients to the oats and mix until all is combined.

  5. Spread the oat mixture evenly onto a baking sheet lined with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.

  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, rotating the pan and gently tossing and re-spreading the oats halfway through baking.

  7. Allow to cool at room temperature completely before adding the chopped dried fruit & pouring into an airtight container.

Recipe Notes

Stores in an airtight container for up to two weeks.