Happy Trails Granola

By jeaninemg

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar Pinch kosher salt
• 2 egg whites
• 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut flakes
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup candy coated chocolates (recommended: M and M s)

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a small pot over medium heat, whisk together the syrup, oil and cinnamon. Cook until it just bubbles. Remove from the heat and cool slightly.

In a large bowl, add the oats, walnuts, sunflower seeds, brown sugar and a pinch of salt. Pour in the syrup mixture and toss well. In a small bowl, whisk the egg whites to combine. Pour over the granola and toss well. Evenly spread the mixture onto a sheet tray. Bake until golden, turning several times, about 35 to 40 minutes.

Remove from the oven to a serving bowl and cool. When cool add the remaining ingredients and serve.