WALNUT AND DRIED-FRUIT GRANOLA

Walnut and Dried-Fruit Granola image

Yield makes 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

Nonstick cooking spray
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (not instant or quick-cooking)
3/4 cup toasted wheat germ
3/4 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed
1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, such as safflower
1/2 cup dried fruit, such as dried cherries, dates, raisins, or a mixture, halved or chopped if large

Steps:

Preheat oven to 300°F. Lightly coat a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Add oats, wheat germ, and walnuts, stirring to combine. Spread in an even layer and toast until mixture is lightly browned, about 25 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove from oven.
Raise oven temperature to 350°F. Stir together apple juice, brown sugar, and oil. Pour over oat mixture; stir to combine, and spread evenly in pan. Bake until oats are crisp, about 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Let cool in pan, about 25 minutes; toss with dried fruit. Granola can be stored up to 1 month in the refrigerator in an air-tight container.
Wholesome Addition
Apple juice adds sweetness and allows you to cut back on the usual amount of sugar. Because juice from frozen concentrate is thicker than bottled juice, it makes a better coating for the granola, helping it crisp in the oven without requiring much oil.

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Savannah Ortiz

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I love this granola! It's the perfect combination of crunchy and chewy, and the flavor is out of this world. I especially love the addition of dried cherries and pistachios. I'll definitely be making this again and again.

daniel John

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This granola is amazing! It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious. I love that it's not too sweet and the nuts and dried fruit add a nice crunch. I've already shared the recipe with my friends and family.

ilyas ali

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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I tried it. The granola turned out great! It's a nice balance of sweet and salty, and the dried fruit adds a nice pop of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.

A Wqw

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This granola is so good! It's crunchy, flavorful, and has just the right amount of sweetness. I especially love the walnuts and dried cranberries. I'll definitely be making this again.

Haashim Bashiir

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I've tried this recipe a few times now and it's become a staple in my kitchen. The combination of walnuts, dried fruit, and oats creates a delicious and satisfying granola that's perfect for breakfast or a snack. I love that it's also customizable -

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