Gluten-Free Granola

Ingredients

• 3 cups gluten-free rolled oats
• 1 cup raw nuts
• ⅓ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup coconut oil (melted)
• ½ cup pure honey (maple syrup, or golden syrup)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup dried fruit (cranberries, raisins, chopped apricots or chocolate chips or a mix of both)

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine oats, nuts, coconut flakes, chia seeds, flaxseed, cinnamon, and salt.

3. 3

   Add the melted coconut oil, honey, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well-coated.

4. 4

   Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet and press down firmly with the back of a spoon or spatula.

5. 5

   Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the granola is golden brown. After stirring, press the granola down firmly again to help it stick together.

6. 6

   Remove from the oven and sprinkle the dried fruit and chocolate chips on top. Gently press them into the granola layer. Let cool completely on the baking sheet (it will crisp up as it cools).

7. 7

   Once cooled, break it into pieces and transfer to an airtight container.