Coconut Raisin Granola

Why would you ever buy granola?  It’s the perfect kitchen sink recipe.  Throw in all your favorite healthy treats.  I love coconut.  So, I go crazy with it.  The whole thing whips up in about 2 minutes.  It bakes up golden and delicious in exactly 20 minutes.  Then, just let it cool on the stove top and fill your house with the scent of sweet golden oats.  Next time, I’ll be adding a splash of maple syrup and pecan chunks.

This one batch is breakfast for a week… at least.  Or, after baking your granola, toss in some chocolate chips for a mostly healthy and delicious granola trail mix.

Coconut Raisin Granola
makes over 4 cups

4 Tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 Tablespoons honey
1/4 cup flour
2 cups oats, thick rolled

1 cup raisins, heaping
1 cup coconut flakes

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

In a large mixing bowl.  Melt butter.  Add sugar, salt, cinnamon, and honey.  Stir to combine.  Then, add oats and flour.  Stir briefly.  Add raisins, coconut, and a splash of water.  (The water helps if you like big chunks.  I do!!)  Stir again.  Press into a buttered 9×13 inch baking dish.  Then, bake at 375 degrees F for 20 minutes.  Stir once very gently.  Return to oven for 5 minutes, if needed.  Let cool for at least 1 – 2 hours before packaging.

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