Mom's Healthy Date & Coconut Granola

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325ºF.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine all the oats, nuts, seeds and spices. Stir to combine.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, add the oil, syrup, honey and peanut butter. Cook on low until everything is melted together. Pour the liquid ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon until fully combined and all the dry ingredients are coated.

Step 4

Spoon the contents of the mixing bowl onto a baking sheet. Bake the granola 35 - 45 minutes, stirring every 10 - 15 minutes, until the granola has browned. Make sure to stir it to avoid burning it.

Step 5

When the granola has finished baking, stir in the chopped dates.

Step 6

Cool fully before adding placing in an airtight container. Serve with your choice of milk, yogurt or use as a topping!