Nut & Seed Granola

Ingredients

• 5 cups of nuts and seeds of choice
• 1 cup raw, unsweetened coconut flakes
• 1/2 cup flax seeds
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoon vanilla
• 1 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon
• 1 tsp nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon cardamom (more if you love cardamom)
• 1 tsp salt (more to taste)
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)

Process

1. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and toss until nuts are coated with oil and seasonings.
2. Spread mixture evenly on a parchment-lined sheet pan and bake at 300 (low and slow!) for 40 minutes.

Tips:

• You can use any mix of nuts and seeds you like or have on hand. Sonja’s favorites are pumpkin seeds, pistachios, slivered almonds, and pecans.
• Optional: add 2-3 tablespoons tahini for an extra nutty flavor
• Feel free to substitute cardamom for any other spices. Pumpkin pie seasoning is great in the fall!