Judy’s GF Grain Free Peanut Free Granola








Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flake
  • 2 cups slivered hazelnut pieces
  • 1 1/4 cup raw pecan pieces
  • 1 cup raw walnuts pieces
  • 3 Tbsp chia seeds
  • 2 Tbsp turbinado sugar
  • 1-2 tsp Himalayan salt
  • 3 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/3 scant cup honey
  • 1/4 cup dried apricots
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries 
  • 1/4 cup roasted unsalted pumpkin seeds


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 225 and position a rack in the center of the oven.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the coconut, nuts, chia seeds, turbinado sugar, and salt.
  • In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the coconut oil and honey and pour over the dry ingredients and mix well.
  • Spread the mixture evenly onto a large baking sheet (may require two depending on size) and bake for 20 minutes. Stir at least once. 
  • Then remove from the oven. Add dried fruits, pumpkin seeds and stir.
  • Let the mix cool completely.
  • Once cool add chocolate chips or candies for a trail mix feel. ** if you add the chocolate chips when it’s still a little warm, they will soften. Let it cool and then break it apart. YUM!!
  • Store in a container with an air-tight seal, It stores great in a ziplock in the refrigerator. 
  • Freezes well too. 

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