How do I make a tangy cranberry orange grain-free granola?

Delight your palate with our tangy cranberry orange grain-free granola. A burst of citrusy freshness paired with chewy cranberries!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a tangy cranberry orange grain-free granola. Items include: Mixed nuts Unsweetened shredded coconut Sunflower seeds Chia seeds Cinnamon Coconut oil Maple syrup Orange zest Vanilla extract Dried cranberries

Mixed nuts 2 cups
Unsweetened shredded coconut 1 cup
Sunflower seeds 1/2 cup
Chia seeds 1/4 cup
Cinnamon 1 teaspoon
Coconut oil 1/4 cup
Maple syrup 1/4 cup
Orange zest 1 tablespoon
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
Dried cranberries 1 cup

Take note
Warning: Once you try this granola, you'll never want to eat any other cereal again. It's addictive!

1

Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2

Mix dry ingredients

In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of mixed nuts (such as almonds, cashews, and walnuts), 1 cup of unsweetened shredded coconut, 1/2 cup of sunflower seeds, 1/4 cup of chia seeds, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.

3

Prepare wet ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of coconut oil, 1/4 cup of maple syrup, 1 tablespoon of orange zest, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

4

Combine everything

Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and mix well until everything is evenly coated.

5

Bake to perfection

Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking.

6

Add cranberries

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the granola cool completely. Once cooled, mix in 1 cup of dried cranberries.

7

Enjoy!

Transfer your tangy cranberry orange grain-free granola to an airtight container and enjoy it as a cereal with your favorite milk, or sprinkle it over yogurt or smoothie bowls. Yum!