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Delicious Trail Mix Granola packed with nuts, seeds, and dried fruits

Trail Mix Granola

A customizable and healthy trail mix granola that brings back tender memories, perfect for snacking, breakfast, or as a topping for desserts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 3 cups oats (quick)
  • 1/2 cup sweetened coconut
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut
  • 2 cups nuts (pecans, almonds, and slivered almonds) Use your favorite nuts.
  • 1 cup M&Ms Or substitute with another type of chocolate candy.
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 6 tablespoons coconut oil Can be swapped for avocado oil.
  • 2/3 cup maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients and stir well to evenly distribute.
Mixing
  1. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the coconut oil, maple syrup, salt, and brown sugar together, stirring continuously until dissolved and smooth.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the warm syrup mixture over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until all oats are coated.
Baking
  1. Transfer the granola mixture to the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly. Press down firmly to create a compact layer.
  2. Bake for 20 minutes, rotate the pan, and bake for an additional 5 minutes until lightly golden brown.
Cooling and Storing
  1. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely on the pan without stirring.
  2. Once cool, break into desired chunk size and store in an airtight container.

Notes

Store granola in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 weeks, in the fridge for up to a month, or freeze for longer storage. Press down mixture firmly before baking for larger clusters. You can add dried fruits like cranberries or banana chips for variation.