Cashew Granola with Dried Fruit

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides healthy fats.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruit is lower in sugar.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Corn syrup is more affordable.

Prep the wet mix by combining 1/2 cup sugar and 1/4 cup coconut oil in a saucepan over medium to low heat until melted.

Add 1 cup almond butter to the melted mixture and mix until smooth, then set aside.

In a large bowl, add 4 cups gluten-free rolled oats.

Add 1 cup of a nut of your choice to the oats.

Add 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup of any seeds, dried fruit, or other ingredients you want to include.

Mix the wet mixture with the dry ingredients until well combined.

Spread the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in an even layer.

Bake at 350°F for about 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.

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