This is one lucky granola! Fragrant with toasty coconut, it gets a splash of maple and a juicy cranberry cuddle. While it’ll make a perfect start to your day, it’s also a cheeky sprinkle for stewed fruit or yogurt.
35 mins total time
10 mins active time
Easy
Makes about 4 cups
Ingredients
Measurements:
2½ cups (7 oz) old fashioned rolled oats
½ cup (1½ oz) coconut flakes
½ cup (2½ oz) shelled pistachios
½ cup (2½ oz) pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp ground cinnamon
⅓ cup (2¾ oz) coconut oil
⅓ cup (2¾ fl oz) maple syrup
¼ cup (1¾ oz) light brown sugar
½ cup (2½ oz) dried cranberries
Instructions
1Place the oats, coconut flakes, pistachios, pepitas, salt and cinnamon in a bowl and stir to combine.
2Insert the oven rack into position 2 Down. Set the oven to Bake & Roast, No Fan, 300°F, for 22 minutes and press Start to preheat. Meanwhile, continue to the next step.
3Place the coconut oil, maple syrup and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a boil, stir, then remove from the heat.
4Pour the hot syrup over the oat mixture and stir to coat. Line the roasting pan with foil. Transfer the mixture to the pan and spread evenly.
5Once preheated, place the pan in the oven and bake for 22 minutes. Halfway through cooking add the cranberries. Stir to combine, then spread evenly and continue cooking.
6The granola should be golden brown. If not, press A Bit More.
Tip: It may need a little more or a little less extra cooking time, best to keep an eye on it.
7Remove from the oven and allow to cool. If you prefer your granola in clusters, cool for 30 minutes without disturbing, then break into chunks. Alternatively, stir with a spoon to break up into finer pieces.
8Enjoy the granola with your favorite yogurt or large clusters for a satisfying snack. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.