Coconut Almond Granola

Submitted by WildLightning

"This is my version of Almond Macaroon Granola that our local co-op sells in bulk."

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Yields: 10 cups
• Serves: 20

ingredients

• 5 cups old fashioned oats
• 2⁄3 cup wheat germ
• 1⁄4 cup ground flax seeds
• 1 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut
• 3⁄4 cup chopped almonds
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1⁄4 cup sugar
• 2⁄3 cup honey
• 1⁄2 cup canola oil
• 1⁄2 cup coconut oil (I like Nutiva Organic Coconut Oil)
• 1 tablespoon water

directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix thoroughly.
2. Place on a cookie sheet or baking dish, no more than a half an inch deep. You will probably need to divide it up into two batches.
3. Bake on the middle rack in a 350 degree oven, for 20-30 minutes, checking and stirring every 5-10 minutes.
4. Cool slightly in the pan before transferring into a large bowl, stir every 10-15 minutes as it cools. It will get crunchy as it cools.
5. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
6. 1 serving is 1/2 cup, serve with milk or over yogurt and fruit.