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bare bones granola

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Recipe by
Carolyn Haas
@Linky1
Whitewater, WI

I like to add a couple tablespoons of granola into my morning fruit and yogurt. I do not like to add extra sugar, so this works well for me. I can't vouch for how tasty it would be on it's own! PS Baking it in the oven gives a more toasted flavor to the oats, but in the interest of keeping my house cool, I opted to skip the oven! Also, it takes less cooking time on the stove-top. 1 WW point for 2 tablespoons.

yield 32 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For bare bones granola

  • 1 1/2 Tbsp
    coconut oil
  • 1 tsp
    vanilla
  • 1/2 tsp
    cinnamon
  • 1/2 c
    coconut flakes (sweetened or unsweetened)
  • 2 1/2 c
    oatmeal (old-fashioned or quick)
  • 2 Tbsp
    slivered or sliced almonds
  • 1/4 c
    raisins (dark, golden or craisins)

How To Make bare bones granola

  • 1
    Melt coconut oil in large cast-iron skillet on medium heat. Stir in vanilla and cinnamon.
  • 2
    Add coconut and stir for several minutes until everything is well-blended.
  • 3
    Add oatmeal and nuts, stir together well. Keep stirring over medium heat until you notice oats and coconut starting to turn golden. OR Bake in 300ºF oven for about 1/2 hour, stirring once or twice.
  • 4
    Turn off heat or remove from oven and add your choice of raisins while mixture is still hot.
  • 5
    Cool completely. Store in zip lock bag.
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