the Breville Test Kitchen
Maple and Coconut Granola
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.
