Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups old fashioned oats
- 1/2 cups chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios, pecans, or walnuts)
- 1/2 cups coconut shavings
- 1/2 cups agave syrup
- 1/4 cup olive oil or warmed coconut oil
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Preparation
Step 1
•Preheat oven to 300°. Combine 1 large beaten egg white, 3 cups old-fashioned oats, 1 1/2 cups chopped nuts (such as almonds, pistachios, pecans, or walnuts), 1 1/2 cups coconut shavings, 1/2 cup agave syrup, 1/4 cup olive oil or warmed coconut oil, 1/4 cup sesame seeds, 2 tablespoons (packed) light brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon in a large bowl; toss to combine. Spread out on a rimmed baking sheet.
•Bake granola, stirring every 10 minutes, until golden brown and dry, 40-45 minutes. Let cool on baking sheet (it will crisp as it cools).
•Mix in 1 cup dried cherries or cranberries. DO AHEAD: Granola can be made 2 weeks ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.
Customize it
The oats, oil, sugar, salt, and egg white are the back-bone, but there's still plenty of room for negotiation:
•Sweetener
Swap maple syrup or honey for the agave to get a subtle flavor shift.
•Bonus
If chocolate chips mean your kid will love it, throw ‘em in at the end.
•Presentation
This granola's great out of hand, but for added protein, serve over low-fat yogurt. Or layer it in a glass with yogurt and fresh fruit.