CRUNCHY GRANOLA WITH NUTS AND DRIED FRUIT

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from Everyday Food, 12 December 2011. Use whatever nuts, seeds and dried fruit you like best. Great for gift giving around the holidays! Original recipe found here: http://www.marthastewart.com/868725/granola-pecans-and-dried-fruit

Provided by JHope

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

nonstick cooking spray
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup light-brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup honey
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
3 cups rolled oats
2 cups nuts, coarsely chopped, such as pecans, hazelnuts, walnuts, etc
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 cup dried fruit, such as cranberries, raisins, etc
1 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees, with racks in upper and lower thirds.
  • Lightly coat two rimmed baking sheets with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine oil, sugar, honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Add oats and nuts; stir to combine. Divide mixture between sheets.
  • Bake 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add 1/2 cup coconut to each sheet; bake until mixture is golden brown, 15 minutes more.
  • Let cool completely on sheets.
  • Stir in dried fruit and chocolate chips, if desired.
  • Note - Store in airtight containers, up to 3 weeks. Also can be frozen for longer storage.

Andrew Kagezi
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This granola is a great make-ahead breakfast or snack. It's also a great way to use up leftover nuts and dried fruit.


Rosy Akiki
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I made this granola for my family and they loved it. It's a great way to start the day.


Tadpole Beyah
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This is the best granola recipe I've ever tried. It's so crunchy and flavorful. I love that it's not too sweet and that it has a variety of nuts and dried fruits.


Alexis Lopez
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I've made this granola several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover nuts and dried fruit.


Ste Manz
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This granola is amazing! It's so crunchy and flavorful. I love the combination of oats, nuts, and dried fruit. It's the perfect snack or breakfast cereal.


Bradley Edwards
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I tried this recipe and it turned out great! The granola was crispy and flavorful. I especially liked the addition of dried cherries and walnuts. It was a perfect addition to my morning yogurt.


Shahroz Riaz
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This granola recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the results are delicious. The granola is crunchy and flavorful, with just the right amount of sweetness. I love that I can customize it with my favorite nuts and dried fruits. I've made it se


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