Super Chunky Granola — Rhyann's (Rad)ventures

This is probably the BEST granola I have ever had. 

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and heat oven to 325°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet or jelly roll pan with parchment paper or foil.

Step 2

2. Whisk the maple syrup, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk in the oil. Fold the oats and almonds in until they are thoroughly coated.

Step 3

3. Transfer the oat mixture to the baking sheet and spread into an even layer. Using a stiff metal spatula (or your hand, covered in waxed paper) compress the mixture until very compact.

Step 4

4. Bake until lightly browned, 40 to 45 minutes, rotating pan once halfway through baking. Do not move granola around in the pan, this is the key to the big chunks! Remove pan from oven and cool on a wire rack to room temperature, about an hour. Break apart the cooled granola into pieces of desired size. Stir in dried fruit. Granola can be stored in an airtight container up to 4 weeks. Yields approximately 9 cups.