Tahini Granola

Ingredients

• 3 cups rolled oats ((old fashioned or whole oats))
• 1 cup almonds ((or pecans, cashews or walnuts))
• 1 tsp cardamom powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp vanilla sugar ((optional))
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/3 cup tahini
• 1 large egg white
• 1 cup dried fruits (see notes)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment (baking) paper.

2. 2

   mix: In a large mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, almonds, cardamom powder, vanilla sugar, and salt.

3. 3

   whisk: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg white, olive oil, honey, and tahini until smooth using a small whisk or fork.

4. 4

   fold: Pour the tahini mixture over the oat mixture, stirring well to ensure even coating. Use a rubber spatula and perform the folding motion ensure every dry ingredient is moistened.

5. 5

   spread: Dump the oat mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it carefully with a spatula, creating an even layer. I like to press down and spread to a thin layer.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes, remembering to give it a good stir at the halfway mark and again a bit later, ensuring that golden hue. Keep an eye on it, as it can easily go from baked to burnt.

7. 7

   cool: Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet.

8. 8

   mix: Once cooled, mix in dried fruit and nuts or any other tasty additions you like.

9. 9

   store: Transfer to an airtight container and store in room temperature for weeks! Serve with your favourite milk, yoghurt and chopped seasonal fruits.