Almond-Sunflower Seed Granola

Submitted by mersaydees

"This recipe is based on one from Karla Oliveira’s book, Tassajara Cookbook."

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Yields: 5 cups

ingredients

• 4 cups rolled oats
• 1⁄3 cup raw wheat germ
• 1⁄3 cup almonds
• 1⁄3 cup sunflower seeds
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1⁄4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄3 cup raisins
• 1⁄4 cup canola oil
• 1⁄4 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1⁄8 teaspoon almond extract

directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In large bowl, toss together rolled oats, wheat germ, almonds, sunflower seeds, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and raisins.
2. In a small bowl, combine the oil, syrup, and extracts and then add to dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until well coated.
3. Divide mixture between two sheet pans and spread. Bake until golden, for about 30 minutes, stirring after 15 minutes so that it browns evenly. Cool completely and then store in a tightly covered jar.