Coconut Honey Almond Granola 
by Marissa Stam

·      1 cup almonds, divided

·      1 cup raw sunflower seeds (optional, we dont LOVE the addition but good protein)

·      4 cups old fashioned oats

·      1/2 teaspoon salt

·      1/2 cup brown sugar

·      1/2 cup honey

·      1/4 cup coconut oil

·      1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

·      1/4 teaspoon almond extract





1.   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2.   In a food processor or blender, pulse half of the almonds until they are very finely

chopped. Pour them into a large bowl. Then chop the other half of the almonds coarsely, and

pour them into the same bowl.

3.   Pour the oats, sunflower seeds, salt, and brown sugar into the bowl with the almonds

and stir to combine.

4.   In a small microwaveable bowl, combine honey and coconut oil, and heat for 40 seconds.

Stir to dissolve the coconut oil, and add the vanilla and almond extract.

5.   Pour the honey mixture over the oats, and stir so that they are evenly coated.

6.   Pour the oats evenly onto a Silpat or parchment lined baking sheet with sides

7.   Bake the oats for 5 minutes, and then stir them around. Return to the oven for 5 more

minutes.

8.   Pour the granola and onto a piece of wax paper to cool. Spread it out into a thin layer.

9.   After it cools completely, break the granola into clusters and store in an airtight

container.