Are you forever looking for that go-to snack that you can throw into your purse or gym bag? Look no further than your own kitchen. Homemade granola is delicious and nutritious, and best of all, you control the ingredients and calories. If you’ve never attempted to make your own granola before, never fear. This recipe is practically impossible to mess up!
Nutty Chocolate Granola
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Preheat oven to 300 degrees
Ingredients
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 1/2 cups raw pistachios, hulled
1 cup raw pumpkin seeds, hulled
1/2 cup EVOO (extra virgin olive oil)
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
3/4 cup chopped dried apricots (or other variety of dried fruits)
3/4 cup chocolate chips (milk chocolate or dark chocolate)
Directions
In a large bowl, combine oats, pistachios, pumpkin seeds, olive oil, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon and cardamom. Spread mixture on a rimmed baking sheet in an even layer and bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until golden brown and well toasted. Transfer granola to a large bowl, and let cool. Add apricots (or other dried fruit) and chocolate chips, tossing to combine. Place 1/2 cup to 1 cup of the granola mix into individual zip lock bags, and store in a cool, dry place.
Makes about 9 cups.
Enjoy!
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