My problem though, is that I have a lot of allergies. I'm really allergic to nuts/peanuts, so that means I have a hard time finding a granola I can eat in the grocery store. That's why I usually make my own. This way I can put in it what I want and it's a much healthier alternative.
I don't really have a set recipe that I follow. I just use whatever I want and put in as much or as little as I want. This recipe is a guideline and all measurements are approximate.
I usually cut the recipe in half and make two batches so I can have two different flavours of granola. This time I made one with honey, cranberries, and slivered almonds and the second with maple syrup, sultanas, and almond slices.
Sometimes I also like to add in some flax or chia seeds as well. In this case, the oatmeal I used contained oat bran, wheat bran, and flax seeds so I didn't have to add any extra.
Granola
Ingredients:
- 4 cups oats (not quick cook)
- 3 cups seeds/nuts (of your choice)
- 2/3 cup oil
- 2/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- a pinch or two of nutmeg
- a pinch or two of ginger
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 cup dried fruit (of your choice)
(This makes quite a large batch - 10-12 servings. So cut the recipe in half if you want less).
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In a bowl, mix the oats and the nuts/seeds. Add in the oil and the honey/maple syrup. Stir to combine.
Mix in the salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
Add in the vanilla and mix well.
Pour onto a baking sheet covered in parchment paper and spread out evenly.
Bake at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes.
Make sure to stir the granola every 10 minutes so it cooks evenly and doesn't burn.
Add in the dried fruit for the last 5-10 minutes of the baking time.
