Maple Granola with Prunes and Chocolate
Posted on Sat 04 January 2025 in food
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 600g old-fashioned oats
- 150g almonds, roughly chopped
- 150g walnuts, roughly chopped
- 150g mixed seeds (sunflower, pumpkin)
- 225g coconut oil, melted
- 200ml maple syrup (220g)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add After Cooling
- 300g chopped prunes
- 250g dark chocolate chips
Method
- Preheat oven to 325°F/165°C
- Mix oats, nuts, seeds, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl
- Combine coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla in a double boiler, ie a pot within another pot with some boiling water
- Pour wet ingredients over dry and mix very well to coat everything
- Spread evenly on two lined baking sheets
- Bake 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through
- Let cool completely on the baking sheets
- Once cool, mix in the prunes and chocolate chips
- Store in airtight containers
Notes
- Makes about 10-12 cups
- Let cool completely before adding chocolate to prevent melting
- Stores well for 2-3 weeks