EASY BAKED GRANOLA

Ingredients

• 1 3/8 l Rolled oats
• 270 ml Dates, pitted and chopped
• 3/4 tsp Cinnamon, ground
• 3/4 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 tbsp Orange's zest

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 275oF
2. Add oats to a large mixing bowl and set aside. Line two 13 x 18-inch baking trays with parchment paper
3. Place dates in a saucepan with 2 cups of water, bring to boil and cook over medium heat for 10 mins. Add more water if needed to keep the dates from sticking to the pan.
4. Add the mixture to a blender with orange zest, cinnamon and vanilla and process until smooth and creamy
5. Add this mixture to the oats and mix well. Divide the granola between the two trays and spread evenly. Bake for 40-50 mins, stirring every 10 mins, until the granola is crispy.
6. Remove from oven and let cool before storing in airtight containers.
7. Mixture creates enough for 8 serves of 1 cup of granola. Fill up your mason jar and add 1 cup of milk when you’re ready.