Grain-free granola that's crunchy, flavorful, and low in sugar. Made with nuts like cashews and almonds, pumpkin seeds, dried cherries, and coconut chips. This is delicious in yogurt parfaits, sprinkled on a smoothie bowl or simply eaten straight from the jar!
In a food processor or blender, add almonds and cashews to chop into small pieces. Do not over blend. You can also use a knife and roughly chop the nuts.
Combine melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon and salt in a bowl. Add almonds, cashews, pumpkin seeds, and coconut flakes and stir together.
Spread granola mixture evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from oven and add dried cherries or raisins, may need to press into granola mixture.
Allow the granola to cool for about 20 minutes or until hardened. Break apart granola. Store in an airtight container or mason jar for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Add on top of yogurt or simply enjoy by the handful. Leftovers store well in a glass container for a week or so.