Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup dried blueberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (a pinch)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, chopped pecans, dried blueberries, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir to evenly distribute all the dry components.
- Blend Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
- Combine and Toss: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients, and gently fold together until everything is coated and looks evenly mixed.
- Spread and Bake: Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a thin layer to allow for crisp edges and even cooking. Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent burning and to help the oaties crisp up evenly.
- Cool and Store: Allow the Blueberry Pecan Oaties to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring to an airtight container, which helps them stay crunchy.
Notes
- Use quality ingredients: fresh nuts and high-quality dried blueberries make a noticeable difference in taste.
- Watch the bake time carefully to avoid over-browning.
- Cool completely to firm up the texture and achieve the perfect crunch.
- Spread the mixture in a single layer for consistent baking and maximum crispness.
- Store in a sealed container at room temperature to maintain freshness for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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