How do I make crunchy coconut grain-free granola?

Put a tropical twist on your breakfast with our Crunchy Coconut Grain-Free Granola recipe. Start your day with a burst of flavor and nutrition!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Crunchy Coconut Grain-Free Granola. Items include: unsweetened shredded coconut almonds cashews sunflower seeds pumpkin seeds honey coconut oil vanilla extract sea salt

unsweetened shredded coconut 2 cups
almonds 1 cup (roughly chopped)
cashews 1 cup (roughly chopped)
sunflower seeds 1/2 cup
pumpkin seeds 1/2 cup
honey 1/4 cup
coconut oil 1/4 cup (melted)
vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
sea salt 1/2 teaspoon

Take note
Keep in mind that this recipe contains nuts and coconut, so please be cautious if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions. Also, always be careful when using hot ovens and sharp knives.

1

Gather the Ingredients

To make our Crunchy Coconut Grain-Free Granola, you'll need the following ingredients: - 2 cups of unsweetened shredded coconut - 1 cup of almonds, roughly chopped - 1 cup of cashews, roughly chopped - 1/2 cup of sunflower seeds - 1/2 cup of pumpkin seeds - 1/4 cup of honey - 1/4 cup of coconut oil, melted - 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt

2

Preheat the Oven

Before we start mixing everything together, let's preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). This will ensure we have the perfect temperature for baking our granola to crunchy perfection.

3

Mix it Up

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, almonds, cashews, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds. Give everything a good stir to evenly distribute the ingredients.

4

Sweeten the Deal

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the honey, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Once combined, pour the sweet mixture over the dry ingredients. Get ready to give your arms a little workout because it's time to stir it all together until everything is well coated.

5

Bake for Crunchiness

Spread the mixture evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Pop it into the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the granola turns golden brown. Make sure to give it a gentle stir every 10 minutes to promote even cooking.

6

Let it Cool and Enjoy

Once your granola reaches a delightful golden brown color, it's time to let it cool completely on the baking sheet. As it cools, it will crisp up nicely. Once cool, transfer the granola to an airtight container and enjoy it with your favorite yogurt, milk, or simply as a delicious snack!