Mason Jar Gifts: Christmas Granola

Mason Jar Gifts: Christmas Granola

Serves 8 45 minute prep time

This granola is made for anyone who made the Nice list this year. Simply bake granola and divide into mason jars. Tie a recipe to each jar and share with friends who have been on their best behavior.

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DIY Mason Jar Granola

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup coconut oil, melted
  • ½ cup maple syrup or agave
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • 3 cups oats
  • 1 cup oat bran
  • ½ cup sliced almonds
  • ½ cup pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup dried cranberries

Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 350F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.

  • In a mixing bowl combine coconut oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg.

  • In another mixing bowl, combine oats, oat bran, almonds, pecans and cranberries. Toss together with maple mixture.

  • Pour onto cookie sheet, spreading out evenly.

  • Bake for 30 minutes or until golden, stirring every 10 minutes.

  • Once cool toss with dried cranberries.

  • Keeps in an airtight container for 2 weeks.

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