Carrot Cake Granola Recipe

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Seeds are often less expensive and provide a similar crunch.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Honey is usually more affordable and adds sweetness.

coconut flakes

🥗Healthier: unsweetened coconut flakes

💰Cheaper: shredded coconut

Shredded coconut is often less expensive.

dates

🥗Healthier: dried figs

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are a cost-effective sweetener alternative.

Grate the carrots finely and set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, nuts, and seeds.

Add grated carrots to the bowl with oats and nuts.

Mix in cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and sea salt until evenly distributed.

Chop dates and add them to the mixture along with maple syrup and vanilla extract.

Stir until all ingredients are well combined.

Fold in coconut flakes and raisins gently.

Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.

Serve chilled or at room temperature with yogurt or milk.

Cooking Techniques

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