My kids and I just made this delicious granola together over the weekend. It’s simple enough for kids to take an active role without making an enormous mess (although somehow we managed to do that anyway). We devoured it all that morning! This recipe is adapted from a book called, A Banquet of Health, by Penny Block.

 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (not instant)

1/2 cup slivered almonds or toasted sesame seeds*

2 tsp. ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp. sea salt

1/2 cup brown rice syrup (can be found at Whole Foods)

1/4 cup coconut oil (melted)

1 Tbsp. maple syrup

1 tsp.. vanilla

1/4 cup raisins (optional)

Preheat oven to 325. Lightly oil a large cookie sheet. In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients (except raisins). In a small bowl, mix rice syrup, oil, maple syrup, and vanilla thoroughly; pour over oat mixture. Combine well. Spread mixture evenly on prepared cookie sheet; bake 20 minutes. Stir in raisins and bake for 10 more minutes. Remove to wire rack; lightly separate with fork. Granola will become crispy as it cools. ENJOY! 

* For those children who have allergies to nuts or seeds, you may replace with any dried food - dried fruit, dried coconut, or more oatmeal.