Snackin' Granola
Country Woman
Granola's a popular treat with children these days—and this one couldn't be more convenient to prepare. Marlene Mohr of Cincinnati, Ohio flavored it with lots of tasty good-for-you ingredients. "It's perfect to send in bag lunches or to serve after school," she comments. "I've also used it as an 'in-the-car' treat when we take family vacations."
SERVINGS: 28
CATEGORY: Appetizer
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep: 15 min. Bake: 25 min. + cooling
Ingredients:
- 2-2/3 cups flaked coconut
- 1 cup quick-cooking oats
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup raisins or chopped pitted dried plums
- 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips or M&M's
Directions:
In a large metal bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small saucepan, bring the oil and honey just to a boil. Immediately remove from the heat; pour over coconut mixture, stirring to coat evenly.
Spread in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking pan. Bake at 325° for 25 minutes, stirring several times. Pour onto waxed paper to cool. Sprinkle with chocolate chips or M&M's. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 7 cups.