Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour, 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 cups regular rolled oats
- 1/2 cup coconut
- 1/2 cup coarsely chopped slivered or slice almonds, or chopped peanuts
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup honey or maple-flavored syrup
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup snipped pitted whole dates
Preparation:
After baking immediately turn mixture out onto a large piece of foil. Stir in raisins and dates. Allow to cool and then break into chunks. May be stored at room temperature in tightly sealed containers or bags for up to 2 weeks. May also be stored longer in the freezer.
Makes about 8 cups.
*Don't substitute low sugar or light syrup in this healthy recipe. The natural sugar in syrup and honey acts as a much needed preservative.

