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Macadamia & Coconut Granola – gluten, dairy, fructose free

August 26, 2013 By JJ 28 Comments

Macadamia & Coconut Granola

3 days. 3 days until we’re sitting on an airplane headed to America-land. 3 days of blur.

The past few weeks have flown by in a flurry of editing and technical-publishing-learning-as-I-go-blah-blah and food photography and art direction. It will continue up until the moment we leave, and quite possibly for a bit while we are away, and as a result the impending holiday is proving a bit more laced with stress than anticipation.

Incidentally, any recommendations on things to do and places to eat New Orleans, Austin or Santa Fe more than welcome…

Macadamia & Coconut Granola

Rush rush rush, stay calm but rush. “Tick one thing off before starting the next”, I tell myself while trying to remember to breathe. Multitasking – the dreaded ‘m’ word – is bantered about as a finely tuned skill, and while it tends to be my default go-to state I’ve realised over the years that it is not only the most unproductive way to work but quite possibly a thinly veiled excuse for stunning displays of ADD.

I fought my urge to multitask this morning while making granola. Granola is like grilled cheese, you simply can’t rush it. Ever tried to crank the heat to cook a grilled cheese faster? Burnt bread and cold cheese is all the thanks you’ll get for that one; granola falls into the same camp. I’m guessing you want crunchy and golden, not charred and smokey so be patient, take your time and for goodness sakes don’t try to multitask.

Macadamia & Coconut Granola

Last week I mentioned the whole list situation and so it came to pass that this month’s Secret Recipe Club assignment – K&K Test Kitchen – was immediately explored, then firmly transferred from one list to another as the days ticked by. It’s not that I couldn’t find anything to make – it’s simply that there were so many wonderful things to choose from!

Macadamia & Coconut Granola

A collaboration between daughter – Kelsey, and mom – Kim, K&K Test Kitchen is bright and cheery and has an overflowing recipe index deserving of a cup of tea and an uninterrupted block of time to explore. In the absence of any time to explore properly, I went with my gut. And my gut was inspired by Peanut Butter Granola.

And so I bring you granola. Spiced and a little bit sweet, crunchy and completely moreish, and leave you with these thoughts:

~ Stop multitasking, even if only now and then.

~ Don’t rush grilled cheese.

~ Remember to breathe.

~ Trust your gut, especially when it comes to granola.

And finally, as long as you remember to pack a passport everything will be ok (note to self, pack passport…).

Macadamia & Coconut Granola

Macadamia & Coconut Granola – Vegan, Fructose, Gluten & Dairy Free

Macadamia & Coconut GranolaOats and nuts are the perfect way to start the day, toast them up with coconut and vanilla and you may want to end the day the same way. Feel free to replace the macadamia nuts and butter with almond, cashew or even peanut. If you are so inclined, chopped Turkish or Greek figs would be a perfect match. (Inspired by K&K Test Kitchen)

Makes: 4 – 5 cups

INGREDIENTS

  • 3 c organic rolled oats
  • 3/4 c macadamia nuts, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 c pepitas
  • 1/4 c ground flaxseed (linseed)
  • 1/2 c unsweetened shredded or flaked coconut
  • 1/4 c macadamia butter
  • 1/4 c coconut oil, melted
  • 1/2 c rice syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla paste
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • pinch chilli powder, optional

METHOD

Preheat oven to 165C [325F]. Line two baking trays with parchment (baking) paper.

Combine dry ingredients, oats through coconut, in a large bowl. Gently heat macadamia butter through spices in a small pan, stirring until smooth. Pour wet ingredients over dry and quickly stir to coat well.

Spread onto prepared pans and bake for 10 mins. Stir, pulling edges into centre and vice-versa, and bake a further 5 mins. Stir and bake 3 mins, then check at 2 min intervals. See testing note below.

Remove when evenly golden, granola will crisp as it cools on the pan. Store in an airtight container for as long as it sticks around…

COOK’S NOTES

  • Testing: after granola has been in the oven for 15 mins remove a spoonful and let it cool as the mixture continues baking. If the spoonful crisps up, remove trays from oven. If it’s still soft give granola another 2 mins then test again. It can go from golden to charred very quickly!
  • Nuts and nut butter: if macadamias aren’t for you replace the nuts and nut-butter with almond, cashew or even peanut. For a nut-free version go for all seeds and a seed-butter.
  • Fruit: add chopped Turkish or Greek figs, dry cranberries or inca berries, or dry apples for a sweet treat with an extra hit of fiber. Fruits include fructose.

vegan // vegetarian // gluten-free // dairy-free // refined sugar-free // fructose free // nut-free option

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Filed Under: All Posts, Food, RecipeBox Tagged With: BlogHop, Breakfast, Brunch, Chocolate, Coconut, Dairy Free, Deliciousness, Dessert, Edible Gifts, Gluten Free, Granola, Inspiration, Macadamias, Nuts, Oats, Refined Sugar Free, SecretRecipeClub, Snacks, Treats, Trip'n2013, Vegan, Vegetarian

Comments

  1. nicole says

    August 26, 2013 at 4:43 pm

    I chose Granola for my SRC recipe this month too!!! I am going to have to try this one also!!

    Reply
  2. Jane @ Shady Baker says

    August 26, 2013 at 5:27 pm

    This looks like a great way to start the day JJ, I love granola. Happy travels 🙂

    Reply
  3. Dorothy at ShockinglyDelicious says

    August 26, 2013 at 9:36 pm

    That looks wonderful! Great SRC pick!

    Reply
  4. Rebekah @ Making Miracles says

    August 26, 2013 at 11:32 pm

    My mouth is watering – that looks absolutely fantastic. Great SRC pick!!

    Reply
  5. Karen says

    August 26, 2013 at 11:35 pm

    LOVELY recipe pick for SRC and amazing photos as always! Karen

    Reply
  6. Janie E says

    August 26, 2013 at 11:44 pm

    What a delicious combination! Happy reveal day!

    Reply
  7. Deepa@onesmallpot says

    August 27, 2013 at 12:13 am

    Oh brilliant, another sugar-free granola for me to try out! Great post and have a wonderful trip JJ!

    Reply
  8. Traci says

    August 27, 2013 at 12:55 am

    What a great granola recipe! I love granola and will have to try it. This looks so delicious! Great SRC pick!

    Reply
  9. Lynn H @ Turnips 2 Tangerines says

    August 27, 2013 at 1:27 am

    Great SRC pick! I have never made granola before but with this recipe and the recipe for honey pecan granola, I think that is about to change~ Lynn @ Turnips 2 Tangerines

    Reply
  10. Tara says

    August 27, 2013 at 1:33 am

    Great breakfast recipe! That sounds like a great flavor combination!

    Reply
  11. Kelsey @ K&K Test Kitchen says

    August 27, 2013 at 2:01 am

    I love this variation on the PB granola recipe. Lately I have been craving anything coconut, so I will have to try this version for my next batch of granola. Thanks for stopping by our blog this month!

    Reply
  12. Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says

    August 27, 2013 at 2:08 am

    I love coconut macadamia ANYTHING, so this recipe is definitely calling my name. YUM!!

    Reply
  13. SallyBR says

    August 27, 2013 at 2:15 am

    Have a wonderful trip, we are about to fly to Brazil this Thursday, so I know a thing or two about lists, and being frantic, and not understanding how we are going to do everything we need (ah, we are also renovating our kitchen… can you spell stress? 😉

    great recipe, by the way, macadamia nut is a favorite, too bad it’s so expensive here (sigh)

    Reply
  14. Erin @ Table for 7 says

    August 27, 2013 at 2:21 am

    Beautiful! Great choice..happy reveal day 🙂

    Reply
  15. Emily @ Life on Food says

    August 27, 2013 at 2:22 am

    Granola is my favorite travel food. Great for snacking and when breakfast doesn’t pan out. Lovely pick!

    Reply
  16. The Wimpy Vegetarian says

    August 27, 2013 at 3:15 am

    Granola is the PERFECT travel food!! Great choice to share with us 🙂 Your photos are beautiful!!

    Reply
  17. Melissa says

    August 27, 2013 at 3:54 am

    Granola is such a great way to start the day. This one sounds delicious! Great pick this month. Have a wonderful trip! 🙂

    Reply
  18. Kirstin says

    August 27, 2013 at 10:56 am

    Oh yum! I love macadamia nuts…not so much coconut (shredded) but I’d be willing to try it. 🙂

    Reply
  19. Asiya @ Chocolate and Chillies says

    August 27, 2013 at 11:18 am

    Granola is great for breakfast and an awesome snack too! Yours look yummy! Great SRC pick!

    Reply
  20. Chris says

    August 27, 2013 at 11:29 am

    You had me at Macadamia. I can’t wait to try this!

    Reply
  21. brenda hayes says

    August 27, 2013 at 11:58 am

    Yes, breath…have a great trip and let’s make some of this.

    Reply
  22. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

    August 27, 2013 at 12:22 pm

    Fab granola, I love the macadamia and coconut! Hope you have a wonderful trip!

    Reply
  23. Claire @ Claire K Creations says

    August 27, 2013 at 12:51 pm

    Very good advice JJ. Breathing is rather important 🙂
    This looks wonderful and totally agree with the don’t rush it. I’ve tried. Doesn’t work.

    Reply
  24. shez says

    August 28, 2013 at 11:48 am

    Have a brilliant holiday, lovely. Hope you get a moment to enjoy the sun and the sea and the barbecue and not-being-here xx

    Reply
  25. Karen @ Karen's Kitchen Stories says

    August 29, 2013 at 9:43 am

    Beautiful photos and I WANT that glassware! =)

    Reply
  26. Emma Galloway says

    August 30, 2013 at 11:02 pm

    This granola looks amazing. We’ve been out of our usual muesli routine the past few months but your recipe has made me think I need to change this, stat! Have a awesome holiday! xx

    Reply
  27. bakingaddict says

    August 31, 2013 at 10:58 pm

    Homemade granola is the best. I like the sound of peanut butter granola as I love peanut butter. Also love macadamia. Your pictures look so good I wish I could have some now. Great SRC pick.

    Reply
  28. Mel @ The cook's notebook says

    September 6, 2013 at 12:03 pm

    Have a brilliant holiday! And I love the granola – I’m trying to eat more nuts and coconut so I’ll definitely make a version of this.

    Reply

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