Recipe Creation: Crunchy Grain Free Granola

I sit here with a handful of granola as I write this because it is just so darn good. I CANNOT STOP.  I don't feel too guilty about my newfound obsession since it is chock-full of healthy fats, fiber and protein. It's also amazing, so who really cares about the health stuff when it tastes this good. It's delicious sprinkled on top of chia pudding, yogurt, toast with almond butter, ice cream, you name it! It's also perfect the way I am eating it right now- by the handful ; )

Makes roughly 3.5 cups

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup pepitas
• 1/2 cup coconut flakes
• 1 cup slivered almonds
• 1 cup raw pecans, roughly chopped
• 1 cup raw walnuts, roughly chopped
• 4 tbsp. chia seeds
• 1 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp. sea salt
• 3 tbsp. coconut oil
• 1/4 cup maple syrup

Directions:

-Preheat oven to 325 F and line a baking sheet with tin foil. 

-Combine the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl.

-Heat the coconut oil and maple syrup together in a small saucepan and stir. 

-Pour over the dry ingredients and mix around. 

-Spread the mixture on the baking sheet in a thin layer.

-Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the granola begins to turn golden brown and crispy. 

-Remove from oven and let cool completely.

-Store in a mason jar and enjoy!