How to make your own granola

Liquids: mix together maple syrup, honey, olive oil (EVOO), vanilla extract, and cinnamon powder. Microwave 30 seconds to liquify the honey and then whisk.

Dry ingredients: old-fashioned oats, sliced almonds, walnut and pecan pieces, sunflower seeds, pepitas, and sesame seeds. 3 parts oats to one part sliced almonds; other ingredients as desired. Chia seeds, flaxseeds, and buckwheat kernels work great, too!

To make:

  1. Mix wet and dry ingredients.
  2. Spread the mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Bake at 300° F (about 150° C) for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove from oven to stir the mixture.
  5. Bake at 300° F (about 150° C) for another 10 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool.
  7. Once cooled, transfer the granola to a container.
  8. Add raisins or other dry fruit as desired.

I use granola to top yoghurt and ice cream. I also eat it with milk as morning cereal, sometime soaking it in milk overnight for overnight oats or muesli.