Almond Butter Granola
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I like to think of granola as a treat, or something for dessert because they are often so sweet, especially the ones you get from the grocery store or in cafes. My husband has been eating a lot of it lately and I remembered how easy it is to throw together, so I decided to whip some up on Sunday.
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I felt like baking, but I’ve been avoiding refined sugar so far this year and knew that making some cookies would just be too much temptation, but a healthier option like granola would fit the bill. I also wanted to make something that checked the boxes I require in a snack : healthy fat, protein, fiber and tasty!
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This granola is all of those things, it took 40 minutes from start to finish, including 30 minutes of baking time. Give it a try the next time you want a healthy snack, tasty breakfast or just to impress your brunch guests or make your house smell amazing! The secret is the almond extract – you can leave it out but it adds an extra touch that makes this granola irresistible.
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Omega Rich Almond Butter Granola
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Prep time : 10 minutes | Cook time : 30 minutes
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Ingredients :
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Dry –
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3 cups organic gluten free oats
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1/2 cup sliced almonds
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4 tablespoons flax meal
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts
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1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Wet –
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1/2 cup creamy unsalted almond butter
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1/3 cup maple syrup
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1/3 cup coconut oil
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon almond extract
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Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
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Combine dry ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
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Mix together almond butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla and almond extract and microwave for 30 minutes until coconut oil is melted and stir to combine.
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Pour wet mixture over dry mixture and stir to coat all ingredients.
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Layer on baking sheet with silpat or spray with non-stick spray.
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Bake for 30 minutes, remove from open and let sit for 15 minutes before breaking up and serving. Can be stored on counter for up to a week but I doubt it will last that long in your house.
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