Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five spice blend
- 3 cups old fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup of unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons of flaxseed meal
Instructions
- Arrange two racks in the oven: one at the top and one closer to the bottom. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a large bowl, mix together the oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, Chinese Five-Spice, and salt until combined.
- Add the oats, almonds, shredded coconut, chia seeds, and flaxseed meal, stirring to coat. Measure everything directly into the oil mixture; don’t worry about adding a bit extra—this granola recipe is very forgiving. Mix until you achieve a clumpy consistency.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming an even layer. If the granola is clumpy, lightly press it into the pan with an oiled offset spatula.
- Bake for a total of 20 minutes: first at the top of the oven for 10 minutes, then move the pan to the lower rack for an additional 10 minutes. It’s ready when golden brown and the almonds are toasted. Don’t wait for it to harden, or it will burn.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and cool it on a wire rack. The granola will still feel “wet” when it comes out. For signature clustered granola, carefully press and tamp it down before it cools to help it stick together. Allow the granola to cool completely before storing.
- Once cooled, transfer the granola to an airtight container for long-term storage at room temperature.
Equipment
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STORAGE
This homemade granola can stay at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 4 weeks (if it lasts that long).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- cooling time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free