Nut-Free Granola Recipe (No-bake stovetop method)

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🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup is a natural sweetener with a similar flavor profile.

nuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are often less expensive and nut-free.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are a cost-effective alternative to many dried fruits.

Toast oats and sunflower seeds over medium heat for about 5 minutes, being careful not to burn them.

Transfer toasted oats and sunflower seeds to a bowl.

Add dried fruit, toasted coconut, pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds, sesame seeds, chia seeds, a spoonful of cinnamon, and salt to the bowl.

Mix all the ingredients in the bowl until evenly dispersed.

In a saucepan, boil maple syrup and coconut oil together for a couple of minutes until the coconut oil melts and the mixture has a caramel texture.

Pour the syrup mixture into the bowl with the base ingredients and mix until everything is lightly but completely coated.

Transfer the mixture to a large baking sheet, spreading it out and pressing it down lightly to avoid huge chunks.

Let the granola sit for about 15 minutes to set before breaking it apart and transferring it to storage.

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