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Christmas Granola

Christmas Granola

Rather than have to make a breakfast on Christmas Day enjoy this delicious Christmas Granola which is amazing with coconut or Greek yoghurt. It has all the smells and tastes we associate with the festive season – and of course a hint of chocolate! You can adapt the additions to suit your tastes of course. This also makes a fab Christmas gift if you are making your own foodie presents this year. Be warned though, it will be hard to let go of…

Christmas Granola

December 15, 2020
: 5 min
: 30 min

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Ingredients
  • 6 cups economy style oats
  • 2 cups jumbo oats
  • 2 cups flaked almonds
  • 1 cup sunflower seeds
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tsp mixed spice
  • Zest of one large or 2 small oranges
  • 1 cup sunflower oil
  • ¾ cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate drops
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate drops
  • 2 cup mixed dried berries – I use raisins, cranberries, sultanas, cherries, blueberries
Directions
  • Step 1 Preheat oven to 180°c / 160°c Fan / 350°f / Gas 4.
  • Step 2 Take the oats, almonds, seeds, spices, orange zest in a large bowl and mix well.
  • Step 3 Stir in the oil and maple syrup so everything is coated.
  • Step 4 Line three large baking trays (I use reusable silicone liners) then spread the mixture so it is not thick and is evenly spread.
  • Step 5 Bake for 20mins and stir then return to the oven for a further 5-10mins.
  • Step 6 Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the trays.
  • Step 7 When completely cold stir through the chocolate chips and dried fruit.
  • Step 8 Keep in an airtight container.

 


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