Pistachio Coconut Granola
Craving something nutritious and delicious? This Pistachio Coconut Granola is your answer! Packed with wholesome oats, crunchy pistachios, and sweet coconut, it's perfect for topping your yogurt or enjoying as a snack. Make it today for an easy and satisfying treat!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- Frying Pan
- Cutting Board
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups cups Oatmeal not quick oats
- 1 cup Pistachios
- 1 cup Sweetened flaked coconut
- ⅓ cup cup Slivered almonds
- A dash Salt
- ½ cup cup Brown sugar
- ⅓ cup cup Maple syrup
- ⅓ cup cup Extra virgin olive oil
- ¾ cup cup Dried fruit (I used dried tart cherries, diced apricots, and craisins)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300º.
- In a large bowl, mix together the oats, pistachios, sweetened flaked coconut, slivered almonds, and salt.
- In a microwave-safe measuring cup or bowl, warm the brown sugar, maple syrup, and extra virgin olive oil together by microwaving it in 30-second increments.
- Pour the warm liquid mixture into the dry ingredients.
- Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Spread the granola mixture evenly on the baking sheet.
- Bake until dry and golden, about 35 to 40 minutes, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes.
- Remove the granola from the oven, and mix in the dried fruit.
- Allow to cool to room temperature before transferring to a storage container.
Notes
- Storage: Keep granola in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Freezing: Granola can be frozen for longer storage.
- Pairing: Serve it with yogurt or milk for a wholesome meal.
- Variations: Customize with your favorite nuts or fruits.
- Portion Control: Consider portion sizes for healthy snacking.