EASY MUESLI
Muesli is such an easy staple to have at home and it's so great to have a go-to to start your day right. Quick, highly nutritious and you can make bulk in advance.
Preparation : 5 minutes
Cooking Time : 15-20 minutes
Serves : makes around 1.5 kg
Equipment needed : oven

INGREDIENTS
4 cups whole rolled oats
1 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
1 cup coconut flakes (large pieces)
1 cup dry roasted almonds (whole)
1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
good salt to taste
3 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
STEPS TO MAKE
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Combine all ingredients (excluding oil and almonds) and mix well.
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Add coconut oil and stir well.
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Add enough muesli mix to a baking paper lined baking tray to ensure it can toast evenly.
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Keep the almonds whole or crush then add to a large bowl and when the muesli is golden brown transfer to the bowl stir through and allow to cool.
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Continue cooking the muesli in batches until all of the mix is toasted golden brown.
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Once cooled transfer to a large glass air tight container. Store it in the fridge or freezer to keep it extra crunchy (it won't actually freeze).
Enjoy x
TIPS :
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If using raw almonds add them to the other ingredients and toast
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To crush almonds you can pulse them in a food processor or nutribullet or add some to a kitchen towel and fold over the fabric to cover. Use the back or base of a tea mug to break the nuts into smaller pieces.
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This is just a base recipe - feel free to play around with it and add other ingredients that you love.
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I intentionally don't add any sweetner to be more adventurous with the toppings
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My favourite combo with this muesli is papaya, banana, unhulled tahini, hemp seeds and maple syrup !!
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Blitz it up to use for bases of sweet treats, sprinkle on stewed fruit or pancakes for extra crunch.
