Peanut Butter Chia Granola

If you love homemade granola, give this easy granola recipe a try. You can store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four weeks or give it to someone as a gift.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup honey, Agave or maple syrup
• 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• Pinch of salt
• 1 cup chopped nuts and seeds (almonds, pecans, flax seeds etc)
• 1/4 cup of Chia seed (optional)
• 6 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
2. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a bowl (for the microwave) combine the peanut butter, honey, vanilla, and coconut oil. Microwave it for 30-45 seconds.
4. In a large bowl, toss together the nuts, seeds and oats. With a pinch of salt.
5. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients, stirring with a spoon until evenly coated.
6. Spread the granola into an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, tossing once during the baking time.
8. Let the granola cool on the baking sheet.