Toasted Coconut Granola Clusters

Granola was invented in the late 19th century by Dr. James Caleb Jackson, a vegetarian and doctor of medicine, as a health food to aid digestion.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 105 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Toasted Coconut Granola Clusters

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Breakfast, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 45 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 1920

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 3 cup Rolled Oats
• 1 cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut
• ¹⁄₂ cup Chopped Almonds
• ¹⁄₃ cup Honey
• ¹⁄₄ cup Coconut Oil
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Sea Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Dried Cranberries
• ¹⁄₄ cup Dark Chocolate Chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, shredded coconut, chopped almonds, honey, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Mix until well combined.
3. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even toasting.
5. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
6. Add dried cranberries and dark chocolate chips to the mixture.
7. Gently press the mixture into clusters using your hands.
8. Let the clusters cool completely and set for about 1 hour.
9. Store in an airtight container.
10. Enjoy as a healthy breakfast or snack!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 240kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 23g8%

Sugars 9g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.