the perfect plant based + gluten free topper for yogurt parfaits, oatmeal, smoothie bowls + more!

makes approx 5 cups

what you need

• 3 cups large flake oats
• 1 ½ cup raw nuts + seeds ( i used silvered almonds, brazil nuts + pumpkin seeds)
• 1 tsp pink sea salt
• ½ ground cinnamon
• ½ coconut flakes
• ½ cup melted coconut oil
• ½ cup maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ⅔ cup dried fruit (i used dried tart cherries

what you do

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, nuts, seeds, salt cinnamon, coconut flakes 
• Pour in the coconut oil,  maple syrup and vanilla. Mix well until everything is coated
• Transfer mixture to a parchment lined baking sheet. Use a large spoon to evenly spread out
• Bake until lightly golden, about 22-23 minutes, stirring half way through. Do not over bake! The granola will crisp up as it cools
• Let granola cool for 15-20 minutes, then mix in dried fruit
• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 week
• enjoy!