Serving Details
- Yields: 8-10 servings
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Recipe Description
A delightful twist on classic granola, this recipe combines the flavors of carrot cake with the crunch of granola. It’s the perfect healthy and delicious breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, nuts, carrots, and raisins.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool completely before breaking into clusters.
- Store in an airtight container.
Tips
- For a sweeter granola, add a tablespoon of brown sugar to the wet ingredients.
- You can add other spices, such as ginger or cardamom, for extra flavor.
- For a crunchier texture, add some chopped pecans or walnuts.
Nutritional Information (Approximate per serving):
- Calories: 250-300
- Fat: 12-15g
- Saturated Fat: 6-8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 50-100mg
- Carbohydrates: 30-35g
- Fiber: 4-6g
- Sugar: 10-15g
- Protein: 5-7g
