Homemade granola is easy to make, and can be far more delicious and healthy than the store-bought variety. You can customize it to your needs, tastes, and desires... and the process of making it tends to make the kitchen and living abode smell amazing. I don't remember where I originally procured the below recipe, but it's one of my favorites. When I don't have one of the ingredients on-hand, or if I'm just feeling experimental (which is often the case), I just add or subtract ingredients at will, while keeping approximate proportions in balance. Have fun, and enjoy!
Coconut Cardamon Granola
1. Mix dry ingredients:
- 2 C whole oats
- 1 C coconut flakes
- 1 C pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 C almonds
and spices:
- 1.5 tsp cardamon powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
2. Mix wet ingredients separately:
- 1/3 C honey (or your sweetener of choice--- adjust sweetness to taste)
- 1/4 C melted coconut oil (or oil of choice- adjust fattiness to taste)
- 2 T maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
3. Pour the wet group over the dry group, and mix.
4. Bake at 275 F for 45 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes
5. Let cool. Store in an airtight container. Does not need refrigeration, but eat in a timely fashion. YUM!
