Masala Granola // Masala Madness

As I write this, my home is filled with the aroma of masala. Granola is fresh out of the oven. Smells like it should be the holidays but it's only June. Everyday I love masala more and more. I'm not sure if this is the finale to masala madness or not. I had so many ideas I wanted to make with my new masala blend. I have at least two more recipes I want to try but I don't think I will get to them this week. There is more to life than #masalamadness. ha ha 

I realize granola sounds like such an easy thing to make but I enjoy it alot. It's a great way to make your own cereal too. And you know exactly what is in it.

Let's get to it. Here is what you will need. 
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.
3 cups rolled oats
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 cup almond slices or slivers
1 1/2 tbsp masala mix
1/2 cup cashew butter warmed - this makes for easier mixing
1/3 cup maple syrup

Mix the oats, coconut, sunflower seeds, almonds and masala mix in a large bowl. Then add the cashew butter and maple syrup making sure everything is coated and combined really well.

Spread the granola on a large parchment lined baking tray and bake for 30 minutes. Every ten minutes be sure to stir so that everything gets nice and toasty.

Remove from the oven and let cool for at least an hour. Pour into a two quart mason for storage. Eat like a bowl of cereal or just as a snack. Enjoy!!