Big Cluster Maple Granola
What you'll need
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
- 1/4 cup wheat germ
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup grade B maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 unit large egg white
- 1 cup dried cherries
- Preheat the oven to 300. Combine all dry ingredients in a large bowl, then add the olive oil and maple syrup and stir to evenly coat. Whisk the egg white until frothy, then add to the mixture, stirring until everything is well incorporated. Spread in a single layer on a parchment-lined, rimmed baking sheet. Bake 45-55 minutes, until dry to the touch. (Deb suggests turning the granola halfway through, which I forgot, but it turned out just fine.) Remove and cool in the pan. When completely cool, break the granola into chunks (as you like them) and add the dried fruit. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Makes about 7 cups.
Submitted by: Liz
Thanks to: Smitten Kitchen