
- Cinnamon Granola -
Serves: 24 (1/2 cup servings)
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Ingredients
3 c. old-fashioned rolled oats
3 c. buckwheat
1 1/4 c. mixed nuts, chopped ( I used almonds, pecans, & walnuts)
1/3 c. flaxseeds
1/4 c. chia seeds
3/4 tsp. Himalayan sea salt
1 T. ground cinnamon
3/4 c. egg whites (approximately 3 eggs)
1/3 c. coconut oil
3/4 c. sweetener of choice (I rotate between honey & brown rice syrup)*
Directions
1. Preheat oven to lowest temperature setting.
2. In a large bowl combine oats, buckwheat, chopped nuts, seeds, and spices.
3. Add in egg whites at mix with a spatula or large wooden spoon.
4. Combine oil & sweetener in a microwave safe bowl & heat for 20-30 seconds.
5. Pour oil & sweetener over ingredients & mix until well combined.
6. Place parchment paper over two baking sheets and divide granola between the two.
7. Bake in oven for 3 hours, or until crunchy to your preference.
8. Remove from oven & let it cool. Then pour into an airtight container to store.
*Feel free to add more sweetener to your taste.