Fruit & Nut Stove-Top Granola

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups rolled oats (not quick oats) - use gluten free oats if needed
• ¼ cup + 1 tbsp melted coconut or vegetable oil
• 1 cup nuts – walnut or pecan pieces work best
• ¾ cup seeds – We suggest sunflower or shelled pumpkin (pepitas) seeds
• ¾ cup dried fruits – raisins, cranberries or cherries for example
• ½ cup maple syrup or agave nectar
• 1 tbsp vanilla
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground ginger
• Pinch of salt
• ¼ cup shredded unsweetened coconut (optional)
• ¼ cup chocolate chips (optional)