Chocolate Granola

Step 1: Preheat oven to 180°C.

Step 2: Heat the maple syrup and coconut oil in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring, until smooth and well combined.

Step 3: Combine the oats, hazelnuts, pecan, cocoa powder and mixed spice in a large bowl and add maple syrup mixture and toss until well combined.

Step 4: Spread evenly over a large baking tray and bake, stirring halfway through cooking, for 10-12 mins or until golden and then set aside on the tray to cool completely.

Step 5: Add the coconut, pepitas and cacao nibs to the granola and toss to combine.

Step 6: Spoon into jars and store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 month.

Step 7: *TIP ONE*- Smart swap: Save money by making your own salted coconut flakes for this recipe, to do it, spread coconut flakes over a lined baking tray and spray with a little olive oil spray and sprinkle with salt and bake at 180°C for 10 mins or until golden and set aside to cool.

Step 8: *TIP TWO* - Smart save - Wash and keep glass jars, like coffee or pickled veg jars, once you’re done – they’re ideal for packaging up homemade treats like this granola.