The Best Black Sesame Granola
Lightly sweet, crunchy clusters, sunshine-y apricots, and mellow pecans make this black sesame granola a delicious way to start the day.
Ingredients:
1/8 cup ground flaxseed
2 cups old fashioned oats
1 cup pressed barley
1 1/2 cup pecans
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/2 cup dried apricots
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Ingredients:
1/4 cup black sesame paste
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Tools:
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Bowls
- Spatula or mixing spoon
- Sheet pan
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Make the flax egg
In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseed with the water. Set aside. After a few minutes, the liquid will begin to thicken.
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In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats and pressed barley. Then, add the pecan halves, allspice, and salt.
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Combine dry ingredients
Combine wet ingredients
Mix the black sesame paste, vanilla extract, and brown sugar. These ingredients will form a thick paste. Then, add the flax egg, stirring well to incorporate.
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Put it all together
Add the wet ingredients to the large bowl of dry ingredients. Stir well, pressing the black sesame paste into the grains until it is thoroughly distributed.
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Bake, then add apricots
Press the granola into a sheet pan and bake for 40 minutes. Cool completely. Chop the dried apricots, then toss them into the granola to make chunks and crumbles.
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Make it now!
The black, white, and orange colors might make you think of Halloween. But you can enjoy a breakfast that is as spooky and delicious as you are, anytime of year!
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