Granola is one of my one of my favorite things to bake as it is nearly fail-proof.

It is also an easy DIY holiday gift. While it’s a sweet tradition for many to give gifts of sugared and swirled and icing-smothered Christmas cookies, your friends and family will undoubtedly appreciate a healthier treat delivered to their door or stuffed into their stocking.

I have made and shared a good deal of healthful granola recipes on Nutrition Nut over the years, but this might be by far the simplest.

Makes approximately 6 cups // gluten-free + vegan

• 1 bag Nuts & Seeds Super Oats™*
• 1/2 c. unsweetened coconut
• 1 c. shelled + roasted pistachios
• 1/2 c. dried cherries
• 1/3 c. coconut oil
• 1/3 c. pure maple syrup

1. Preheat the oven to 325F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine Super Oats™, coconut and pistachios.
3. In a small saucepan, heat coconut oil and maple syrup. Pour over oats and mix thoroughly.
4. Bake in a glass baking dish for 20 minutes – then stir.
5. Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
6. Mix in dried cherries.
7. Let cool. Store in airtight container, or wrap in mason jars and ribbon to give as a holiday gift.

*ingredients: gluten-free oats, chia seeds, almonds, quinoa flakes, amaranth flakes, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, flaxseed