Ingredients

The following ingredients have 12 Servings
  • 2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seeds ((see notes))
  • 1/2 heaped cup shredded unsweetened coconut ((see notes) )
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/3 tsp sea salt
  • 1/3 tsp cardamom ((optional))
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 cup dried fruit ((see notes))
  • 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp maple syrup ((see notes))
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seed butter ((see notes))
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instruction

  • You can watch the video in the post for visual instructions.Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius).
  • Add all dry ingredients into a big bowl and stir with a spoon.
  • Next, add dried fruit of choice (check the recipe notes below for options), maple syrup, sunflower seed butter, and vanilla extract. Stir with a spoon until all dry ingredients are coated and everything is well mixed.
  • Transfer the mixture onto the lined baking sheet and spread it out evenly.
  • Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Then gently press the stirred granola down with a wooden spoon (or spatula) so that it sticks together.
  • Check after 16-18 minutes if the granola is already lightly brown. Watch it closely, to avoid burning. Remove the baking sheet from the oven.
  • Let it cool completely without touching it. Once it gets cooler, the granola will crisp up. Store in air-tight containers.
  • Enjoy your homemade nut-free granola with plant-based milk, or use it to make these delicious GRANOLA CUPS.