This granola is just like sunshine in a bowl.One thing that always makes getting out of bed easier for me is knowing that a tasty breakfast awaits you. And a bowl of this turmeric spiced (or as I like to call it “sunshine”) granola guaranteed will brighten up your morning!
I already mentioned in the post for my Crunchy Mocha Chocolate Granola how much I love cereals and mueslis. The combination of crunchy, sweet baked grains with nuts and dried fruit (and even better- chocolate!) is just the absolute best. Served with some yoghurt and fruit- heavenly! Give me a good bowl of that and you’ve got yourself one lucky friend!
About this turmeric sunshine granola
The mixture of sweet cranberries, mangoes and coconut chips creates a tropical feeling while spices like cinnamon, cardamon and orange add those warming flavors. And the golden color of course comes from nothing else than turmeric.
But I promise, should you be one of those people who just aren’t friends with this yellow fellow root, you CANNOT taste it! It’s just here to make your bowl look sunnier while also adding a bit of extra goodness for your body! Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory benefits due to containing “curcumin”. In addition, not only its warm, sunny colour might brighten up your mood- according to a study from 2017 it is said to have antidepressant effects. Just don’t forget to add a pinch of freshly cracked pepper, so the curcumin can be absorbed!
Ready to have a great start to your day? Maybe give this granola a try, and see what wonders it might do to your mood… And don’t forget to let me know, how you like it!
ALL THE BEST
Turmeric sunshine granola
Ingredients
- 250 g rolled oats
- 50 g pumpkin seeds
- 1 Tsp vanilla extract optional
- 100 g dates already pitted*
- 1 Tsp turmeric
- 2 Tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 Tsp cardamom
- 1/2 Tsp freshly grated orange zest
- 2 Tbsp (30g) Tahini
- 2/3 cups water reserved from the soaking water of the dates
- 40 g dried cranberries
- 40 g dried mango
- 30 g coconut chips
- 30 g banana chips or freeze dried banana
- pinch about 1/4 Tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 handful dried papaya (optional)
Instructions
- Soak the pitted dates in warm water for about 10 minutes. Drain and reserve the water.
- In a large bowl mix together the oats, spices and pumpkin seeds
- In a high speed blender blend the dates, watertahini and vanilla extract (if using) until completely smooth.
- Mix the date sauce with the dry ingredients in the bowl until everything is covered well.
- Spread the base onto a lined baking tray. Slightly press it down using a spatula and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Halfway through the process, break the granola into clusters with a wooden spoon. Check on it every few minutes until finished baking to prevent it from getting burned!
- Let cool completely, than add the orange peel, coconut chips and dried fruit. Mix well and store in an airtight jar or container. Enjoy!
