Coconut & Date Granola

Sweet Coconut & Date Granola

Preparation time: 50mins
Makes 425g (15 oz) (approx)

• 250g (9 oz) traditional rolled oats
• 100g (3½ oz) shredded coconut
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• ½ cup golden syrup
• 100g (3½ oz) dates, chopped

Preheat the oven to 150°C/300°F

Combine the oats, coconut and a pinch of salt in a large bowl, measure out the oil and pour over the mixture, using the same measuring cup measure out the syrup (this will allow the syrup to cleanly pour out of the measuring cup) pour the syrup over the mixture.

Toss and stir well to combine all ingredients, making sure the oats and coconut are well coated with the oil and syrup.

Line a large baking tray, or two smaller ones, with baking paper. Spread the oat mixture over the tray evenly. Place in the pre-heated oven and cook for 30-45mins.

Check the granola every 5-10 minutes, toss gently with a wooden spoon, moving the oats around so they cook evenly. Remove the granola once it is golden; remember it will become crunchier as it cools.

Once the granola is cooked, toss through chopped dates and allow to cool before transferring to an air-tight container. Enjoy for a healthy breakfast or snack with non-dairy or dairy yogurt and chopped fresh fruit like plums, kiwifruit, mango, banana or try the recipe below for something truly delicious. 

Recipe found at: http://www.veggienumnum.com/2010/09/sweet-coconut-date-granola/