Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds or cashews)
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-Ins
- 1/2 cup dried raspberries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped nuts, and a pinch of salt, ensuring they’re evenly mixed.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir continuously until every oat and nut is fully coated with the liquid mixture.
- Spread on Baking Sheet: Evenly spread the granola mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, creating a thin, uniform layer for even baking.
- Bake the Granola: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring the granola halfway through to ensure it browns evenly without burning.
- Cool Completely: Remove from the oven and allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet, which will help it crisp up.
- Add Raspberries and White Chocolate: Once cool, gently fold in the dried raspberries and white chocolate chips—adding these after baking prevents the chocolate from melting.
- Store: Transfer the granola to an airtight container to maintain freshness and enjoy within two weeks.
Notes
- Add white chocolate chips only after the granola has cooled to prevent them from melting into the warm mixture.
- For extra crunch and a more intense raspberry flavor, substitute dried raspberries with freeze-dried raspberries.
- Store granola in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian