Posts Tagged "almond"

February 5th
2010

Chocolate Cherry Almond Granola

This granola packs a powerful heart-protecting punch!

 

5 cups rolled oats

½ cup honey

3 tbsp canola oil

1 tsp Cinnamon

3 tbsp Cocao powder

1 cup dried cherries

1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

1 cup slivered almonds

 

                                                                                                         

 Heat oven to 250 degrees.  Put oats in a large mixing bowl.  Add in cinnamon and cocoa powder.  In measuring cup, combine honey and oil well.  Pour into oats and combine all ingredients well, making sure to break up any large chunks.  Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, stirring every 15-20 minutes.  Let cool completely, then add in fruit and chocolate pieces.  Mix well.  Enjoy as a muchy snack, yogurt topping or even on ice cream!