Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 1/2 cups (180g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 apple, peeled and diced (they need to be a tiny bit smaller than 1 cm cubed, or they won't dry properly)
  • 6 tbsp slivered almonds
  • 4 tbsp dried fruits (optional)

Instruction

  • Mix syrup ingredients together in a pot and warm gently on the cooker until combined.
  • Stir the spices and apple into the oats.
  • Heat the oven to fan assisted 120C / 140C / 275F / gas 1.
  • Add the syrup to the oat mix and combine thoroughly.
  • Spread mixture in a thin layer onto a baking tray (you might need two trays) and bake for 20 mins.
  • Then add in the nuts, mix again and bake for another 20 mins.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
  • Stir in fruits if you are using and serve.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.