Tropical Granola Recipe
Sprinkle this Tropical Granola over some plain yogurt with honey, and serve with fresh fruits like banana, mango, pineapple, and dragon fruit for a delicious breakfast that looks and tastes like vacation!
Servings: 12
Calories: 290kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups raw cashews and/or macadamia nuts
- 3/4 cup shredded, desiccated or flaked coconut
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil (or avocado or vegetable oil)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup dried tropical fruit (such as dried mango, papaya, and/or pineapple, in small pieces)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 275°F/135°C. On a large baking sheet, toss together the oats, nuts, and coconut. In a separate bowl, combine maple syrup, oil, and salt. Pour the wet ingredients over the oat mixture, and toss until well-coated. Bake for 50 minutes, stirring every 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and cool. Add dried fruit and mix until evenly distributed. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, in the fridge for up to 1 month, or in the freezer for up to 4 months.
Notes
Serving size is about 1/2 cup.
Nutrition
Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 103mg | Potassium: 224mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg