Coconut Granola with Almonds and Cardamom

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 1 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/4 cup honey (use maple syrup, brown sugar, or agave for a vegan version)
• 1 cup unsweetened dried coconut flakes (divided)
• 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• pinch kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

1. Preheat oven to 325 and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, add the honey (or other sweetener) and coconut oil. Microwave for 20 seconds, until warmed slightly. Stir until coconut oil melts (if solid to start), and add in vanilla extract, cardamom, cinnamon, and salt. (alternatively, you can melt this on the stovetop).
3. Add the oats, 1/2 cup of the coconut, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and raisins to the bowl. Mix together until the mixture is coated in the coconut oil and honey mixture.
4. Spread in a thin layer on the prepared baking sheet; bake for approximately 20 minutes until lightly toasted.20 min timer
5. Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes without stirring. Add the remaining 1/2 cup coconut.10 min timer
6. Once completely cooled, store in an airtight container or bag for up to two weeks in your pantry.