Fruit and Nut Granola

Ingredients

• •2 cups rolled oats
• •1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
• •1/2 cup honey
• •1/4 cup coconut oil
• •1/2 cup dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, apricots)
• •1/2 tsp cinnamon
• •1/4 tsp salt
• •1/4 cup seeds (pumpkin or sunflower seeds, optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, mixed nuts, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

3. 3

   In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil and honey together, stirring until blended.

4. 4

   Pour the honey and oil mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until all the oats and nuts are well coated.

5. 5

   Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting.

7. 7

   Remove from the oven and let cool completely; it will become crunchy as it cools.

8. 8

   Once cooled, stir in the dried fruits and seeds, if using. Store in an airtight container and serve with milk.