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

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F/165°C
  2. Mix oats, nuts, seeds, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl
  3. Combine coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla in a double boiler, ie a pot within another pot with some boiling water
  4. Pour wet ingredients over dry and mix very well to coat everything
  5. Spread evenly on two lined baking sheets
  6. Bake 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through
  7. Let cool completely on the baking sheets
  8. Once cool, mix in the prunes and chocolate chips
  9. 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