'Smitten Kitchen'S Big Cluster Maple Granola Recipe

Name: 'Smitten Kitchen'S Big Cluster Maple Granola Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups (240 grams) old-fashioned rolled oats; 1 cup (50 grams) unsweetened shredded or flaked coconut; 1 cup (100 grams) walnuts, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup (25 grams) toasted wheat germ; 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt; 1/2 cup (120 ml; or increase to a cup if a sweeter granola is preferred) maple syrup; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 large egg white; 1 1/2 cups (215 grams) dried cherries or another dried fruit, diced if large pieces

Servings: persons

1
Preheat your oven to 300 degrees. Combine all ingredients but the egg white and dried fruit in a large bowl, tossing to coat evenly. Whisk the egg white in a small bowl until frothy. Stir into the granola mixture, distributing it throughout. Spread it in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
2
Bake for 45 to 55 minutes. About halfway through the baking time, use a large spatula to turn over sections of the granola carefully, breaking them up as little as possible. Rotate the pan if granola is baking unevenly. When it is evenly browned and feels dry to the touch, transfer the pan from the oven to the cooling rack. Cool completely. Once it's completely cool, break up granola into whatever size clusters delight you. Sprinkle in dried fruit.
3
The granola keeps at room temperature in an airtight container for 2 weeks. It keeps even longer in the freezer, if you're the stockpiling type.

635

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups (240 grams) old-fashioned rolled oats, 1 cup (50 grams) unsweetened shredded or flaked coconut, 1 cup (100 grams) walnuts, coarsely chopped, 1/4 cup (25 grams) toasted wheat germ, and more.

Yes, 'Smitten Kitchen'S Big Cluster Maple Granola Recipe falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!