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Super Easy Slow Cooker Granola Recipe

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This Super Easy Slow Cooker Granola recipe offers a hands-off, delicious way to create crunchy, nutty granola packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit. Cooked gently in a slow cooker, this granola is perfectly toasted and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins for a healthy breakfast or snack option.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
  • Yield: About 6 cups of granola

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 4 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes or unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
  • 1/2 cup roughly chopped raw pecans or walnuts
  • 1/2 cup raw sliced almonds
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup golden raisins

Wet Ingredients

  • 4 Tbsp unrefined coconut oil, melted
  • 1/2 cup raw honey or pure maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine the oats, coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, chopped pecans, sliced almonds, sea salt, and ground cinnamon in the slow cooker bowl. Stir well to evenly distribute all dry ingredients.
  2. Prepare Wet Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, raw honey (or maple syrup), water, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt until thoroughly blended.
  3. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredient mixture over the oats and nuts in the slow cooker. Stir thoroughly to coat all the dry ingredients evenly with the wet mixture.
  4. Cook Granola: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on HIGH heat for 1.5 to 2 hours. Stir the granola every 30 minutes to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
  5. Add Dried Fruits: Once cooking is complete, stir in the dried cranberries and golden raisins to mix evenly throughout the granola.
  6. Cool the Granola: Spread the cooked granola onto a large baking sheet in an even layer. Allow it to cool completely at room temperature; this helps the granola crisp up nicely.
  7. Store Properly: Transfer the cooled granola to clean jars or airtight containers. Store in the cupboard for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months. Enjoy frozen granola directly or with your favorite accompaniment.
  8. Serving Suggestion: Serve granola with Greek yogurt and fresh berries for a nutritious and satisfying breakfast or snack.

Notes

  • Stir the granola every 30 minutes during cooking to avoid burning.
  • Use either raw honey or pure maple syrup according to dietary preference.
  • Cooling granola thoroughly is essential for crispiness.
  • Granola stores well both at room temperature and frozen, allowing flexibility in preparation.
  • You can customize the nuts and dried fruits based on availability or preference.
  • Serve with yogurt and fresh fruit to increase protein and freshness.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://iamstarved.com/super-easy-slow-cooker-granola-recipe/