HAZELNUT-PISTACHIO GRANOLA WITH DRIED CHERRIES AND CANDIED GINGER

Hazelnut-Pistachio Granola with Dried Cherries and Candied Ginger image

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 1/2 cups rolled oats
1 cup shelled (roasted and salted pistachios)
1 cup dry roasted hazelnuts (lightly chopped)
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
3/4 cup dried cherries (lightly chopped)
1/2 cup finely chopped candied ginger

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
To a small saucepan over medium-low heat, add the maple syrup, vegetable oil, butter, and cinnamon. Stir occasionally until butter is melted and ingredients are combined. Stir in the cinnamon
In a large bowl, toss together the rolled oats, pistachios, hazelnuts, and coconut.
Pour the maple syrup mixture over the oats and nuts, and with a wooden spoon, toss until evenly coated.
Line a large rimmed cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Spread granola on cookie sheets and bake for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until the granola turns golden brown.
Let cool, then mix in the dried fruit.
Store in an airtight container (it should keep for up to a month at room temperature).