Autumn Special - Spiced Granola

RECIPE BY ZEYNEP FROM @zeybuffet

Fall flavors really are so comforting and warming. This Autumn-special  Spiced Granola is a must have this fall season! Use it as a topping for your smoothies/nice creams or on its own with your favorite plant-based milk.

MAKES 3-4 CUPS

INGREDIENTS

• Rolled oats, 1 1/2 cups
• Pumpkin Seeds, 1/2 cup
• Almonds, 1/2 cup
• Chia Seeds, 2 tbsp
• Sunflower Seeds, 1/3 cup
• Dried Apricots, 1/2 cup
• Coconut Oil, 2 tbsp (you can use canola or olive oil)
• Tahini, 1 1/2 tbsp
• Maple Syrup, 2 tbsp
• Ground Cinnamon, 2 tsp
• Nutmeg, 1/4 tsp
• Ground Cloves, 1/8 tsp
• Salt, a pinch

METHOD

1. In a large mixing bowl, mix together all the dry ingredients and spices together.
2. Add in the tahini, oil and maple syrup or honey, give it a good stir making sure everything is mixed together.
3. Line a baking tray with baking parchment and spread the granola evenly but not too thinly, otherwise it might burn.
4. Bake the granola in 162°C or 325°F for 15 minutes on each side, rotating once halfway through until golden brown.
5. Slice the dried apricots into small pieces (or leave them chunkier if you wish).
6. Remove the granola from the oven, let it cool down without stirring. Once cooled, mix in the dried apricots and store in an airi-tight container.
7. Serve in your favourite Coconut Bowls with plant-based yogurt or milk. Enjoy!

Zeynep is a classically trained chef and historian turned food blogger and photographer. Creating vegetarian and plant-based recipes, she draws inspiration from her travels and living in a multicultural environment. She loves recreating plant-based versions of classical dishes to help spread the love for sustainable eating.

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