Ingredients for Hippie Chick Granola
- Oat Bran Flakes
- Old Fashioned Oats
- Slivered Almonds
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
- Dried Currants
- Dried Cranberries
- Dried Tart Cherry
- Flax Seed
- 1/2 cup honey
- Unsalted Butter
How to Make Hippie Chick Granola
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a large baking sheet or jelly roll pan with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine 3 cups bran flakes, 4 cups rolled oats, 1 cup sliced almonds, 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds, 1/2 cup currants, 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 1/2 cup dried cherries, and 1/4 cup flax seeds.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup honey and 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter.
- Pour the honey-butter mixture over the oat and fruit mixture, stirring gently with a wooden spoon until evenly coated.
- Spread the granola mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 23-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking into clusters with a spatula.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
59g
Fat
19g
Carbs
9g