Mom's Granola

What You'll Need:

• 4 cups rolled oats
  

• 1 cup shredded coconut
  

• 1 cup nuts, coarsely chopped
  

• 1/2 cup Maple Syrup 
  

• 1/3 cup coconut oil or avocado oil
  

• 1 tsp vanilla
  

• 8 oz dried fruit (apples, dates, apricots, etc.)
  

• 1 cup raisins
  

• 1/4 cup chia seeds

How to Make:

1. Spread oats on a jelly roll pan. Toast in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes, stirring once.
   

2. Stir in coconut and nuts.
   

3. Combine honey/ maple syrup, oil, and vanilla. Drizzle over the oat mixture, blending well.
   

4. Bake at 325°F for 20-25 minutes, stirring twice, until browned.
   

5. Remove from oven and stir in dried fruit, raisins, and chia seeds.
   

6. Cool well. Store in a covered jar in a cool place. May be refrigerated or frozen.
   
   

Note: A no-stick Teflon cookie sheet makes cleanup easier.