Servings: 6

Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups oats (rolled or old-fashioned)
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted

Step 1

Preheat oven to 300 F (149 C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the oats, coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, and sea salt.

Step 3

Add the mashed banana and coconut oil to the bowl with the oat mixture. Use a spoon to stir until it is very well combined and the mixture is evenly coated.

Step 4

Spread the mixture in an even layer on a large baking sheet. Press down slightly and place in the oven.

Step 5

Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, checking and tossing every 15 minutes. Break up large clusters as necessary. Once the granola is evenly browned and no longer feels damp, remove it from the oven. As it cools, it will crisp up even more, so do not overbake.

Step 6

Once cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the freezer for a few months.

Notes

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. One serving is roughly 1/2 cup of granola. Serve with yogurt, oatmeal, almond milk, and/or fresh fruit.