Cacao Granola

Tastes like a treat but good for you too. Enjoy for breakfast with yoghurt or nut milk. Or munch on a handful as an afternoon snack.

(Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegan)

Makes:

400g

Ingredients

1 cup (150g) almonds, chopped
2/3 cup (100g) cashews, walnuts or pecans (or a mix)
¼ cup (30g) pepitas or sunflower seeds
1½ cups (100g) coconut flakes
¼ cup (40g) cacao
1 tsp cinnamon
¼ cup (60ml) pure maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp sea salt

Method

Preheat oven to fan force 120C.
Add nuts, seeds, coconut flakes, cacao, cinnamon and sea salt to a large bowl. Stir to combine.
Add maple syrup and vanilla.
Mix together using your hands (wear disposable gloves). Combine well until mixture becomes wet and glossy.
Spread granola evenly onto a lined baking tray.
Bake for 45 minutes until crunchy. Turn granola half way through baking using a spatula.
Cool completely on oven tray and store in an airtight jar.
Serve with nut milk or yoghurt and berries for breakfast. Or enjoy a handful as an afternoon snack.

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