Steel Cut Maple Granola

Submitted by Cynna

"A nice alternative to regular granola, the steel cut oats really add a special depth of flavor to an already low-fat recipe."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 2 cups steel cut oats
• 1⁄4 cup wheat germ
• 1⁄4 cup whole almond
• 1⁄4 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1⁄4 cup flaked coconut (unprocessed)
• 1⁄3 cup maple syrup
• 1⁄4 cup apple juice concentrate
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup dried fruit

directions

1. Preheat oven to 300°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except the dried fruit and toss well.
3. Spread on large cookie sheet and bake 35-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
4. Stir in dried fruit.
5. Makes 6 servings (approx 5/8 cups each.).