Cranberry Orange Chia Granola

This refreshing granola uses fresh orange zest, pistachios, cranberries and chia seeds. Sweetened only with honey.

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°.
2. In a large bowl combine oats, pistachios, chia seeds, cranberries and orange zest. Toss until orange zest is evenly distributed.
3. In a separate medium bowl, combine honey, coconut oil, vanilla, cinnamon and salt. Heat in microwave for 1 minute, stir. Continue cooking in 30-second intervals until coconut oil is melted.
4. Add honey mixture to oat mixture. Toss until thoroughly coated. Transfer to a parchment or foil-lined baking sheet. Spread into an even layer and bake in the center of the oven for 20 minutes. Stir and continue cooking until evenly browned, about 10-15 minutes.
5. Remove from oven and cool to room temperature. Serve with your favorite yogurt or enjoy on its own. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.

Recipe Courtesy of Chef Linsey, ALDI Test Kitchen

 

Calories 380 Total Fat 15g Sodium 170mg Total Carbohydrate 56g Fiber 6g Sugars 34g Protein 7g