grandad's granola
Portions: approx. 30
Preparation Time: 10mins.
Baking Time: 45mins.
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Ingredients:
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400g rolled oats
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70g nuts (e.g. walnuts, pecans, almonds)
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60g seed mix (sunflower, pumpkin, flaxseed)
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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½ teaspoon nutmeg
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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70g dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, dates)
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250ml tap water
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50ml maple syrup
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80g coconut sugar
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Possible toppings:
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1 tablespoon coconut yoghurt
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Chopped fruit or berries
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Method:
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Preheat oven to 150 degrees Celsius.
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Blend the nuts of choice in a food processor for 10 seconds until coarsely ground, alternatively chop them with a knife.
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Put the ground nuts together with the oats, seeds and spices into a large bowl and stir through.
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Heat the water, maple syrup and coconut sugar in a small saucepan for 2-3mins. until sugar dissolves.
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Pour the mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until the dry mixture is coated.
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Spoon mixture evenly into large oven dish and place on medium rack for 45mins. Stir mixture every 10-15mins. to ensure an even bake.
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Let mixture cool and store in a large airtight container for up to 2 months.
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To serve, add 100ml (or more) plant-based milk and toppings of your choice.
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Penny recommends:
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Use Granola to add crunch to other recipes such as the Comfort Porridge or Crunchy apple wrap.
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