Trail Mix Granola
Sometimes it is hard to find a snack that will literally hit the spot for every craving you’ve got going but this Trail Mix Granola will do just that.
This Trail Mix Granola made from whole food ingredients without a ton of added processed sugar. This deliciously crafted blend of nut based granola, dried raisins, sweet mini chocolate chips & mini marshmallows is the perfect combination for a snack that is both satisfying and delicious.
Whether you are looking for a breakfast alternative, an afternoon snack or simply something to satisfy your sweet tooth, Trail Mix Granola is the perfect choice. With a delightfully crunchy texture, this trail mix granola is sure to hit the spot.
Trail Mix Granola
INGREDIENTS
1 cup raw cashews
1 cup raw pecan halves
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup applesauce {no added sugar}
4 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons coconut sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
1/ 2 cup raisins
1/2 cup mini marshmallows
DIRECTIONS
place the cashews, pecans & pumpkin seeds in a medium size bowl. cover with warm water & soak for 2 hours.
preheat the oven to 185°.
remove the nuts from the water by pouring them into a fine colander. give them a good shake to get as much water off as possible. {just wipe the bowl from soaking the nuts dry because you will re-use the bowl in just a minute}
place the nuts in a food processor, pulse until the nuts resemble the size of oats. this only takes a few pulses.
in the medium size bowl mix together applesauce, maple syrup, coconut sugar, vanilla & salt. then scoop the nut mixture out of the food processor into the bowl. stir the nuts together with the applesauce mixture.
line a cookie sheet with parchment paper & pour the nut mixture onto it, spreading it out into a thin layer.
bake 6 hours then turn off the oven but leave the granola in the oven for 4 more hours.
break apart the granola & add the chocolate chips, raisins & marshmallows to the mix.
serve or store at room temperature for up to 14 days in a large glass jar.