Happy New Year!
Getting back into a routine after the holidays, or in my case after a trip is always difficult. This year, I spent NYE in Portugal, so my new year resolutions got slightly pushed back!
Now that I am officially back and in cooking mode, I am dedicating this month to healthy recipes and whole foods. Being Portuguese, I was raised eating a Mediterranean diet which if you haven’t heard is 2019 diet of the year!
So kicking off, I whipped up this quick granola recipe that can be enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack! This 8 ingredient granola could not be easier to make! Packed with nuts, chia seeds and big chunks of coconut, this recipe is also easily adaptable for your preferred flavors.
Once you see how easy it is to make, you will never go back to store bought granola again.
Ingredients
4 cups of rolled oats
½ tsp cinnamon
½ cup unsweetened large coconut flakes
2 tbsp. chia seeds
1 ½ cup sliced or slivered almonds
¼ cup pistachios
½ cup coconut oil, melted
½ cup maple syrup, or honey
Recipe
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with a silicone matt or parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the oats, cinnamon, coconut flakes, chia seeds, almonds, pistachios and mix to combine.
In a small saucepan, heat the coconut oil and maple syrup until the coconut oil is completely melted and mixture is slightly warm. Whisking frequently, whisk until the two mixtures are totally combined. Add the mixture to the dry ingredients, gently stir until the entire oat mixture is coated.
Pour the granola onto prepared pan in an even layer. Bake until lightly golden, about 20-25 minutes.
Let the granola cool completely. Break into clumps.
Store the granola in an airtight container or sealed bag, at room temperature for 1-2 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.