Upgrade your morning yogurt with this healthy homemade granola.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Yields 6 cups

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 2 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 tsp. fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped dried fruit or semisweet chocolate chips (optional)

Directions:

  • 1

    Heat oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • 2

    In a large bowl, stir together oats, almonds, chia seeds, cinnamon and sea salt until evenly combined.

  • 3

    In a separate bowl, stir together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the oats and stir until combined.

  • 4

    Spread the granola out evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through.

  • 5

    Remove from the oven and add the shredded coconut, giving the mixture a good stir.

  • 6

    Bake for 5 more minutes or until the granola is lightly toasted and golden.

  • 7

    Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature. Once cooled, stir in the dried fruit, chocolate chips or other add-ins you prefer.

  • 8

    Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 month.

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