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~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~
Chewy, crunchy, sweet but with a bit of heat from the ginger and black pepper. What a lovely combination. Years ago I would have never imagined adding fresh cracked black pepper to a sweet recipe… but I am thankful that I can imagine it now.
Here is a little lesson this chewy granola taught me: After I had removed it from the dehydrator, I took a taste test. The flavor was spot on, but the texture felt a bit “wet,” it just didn’t snap, just bent when I tried to break it apart.
So, I figured that I would let it cool down for awhile and then retest. After about 30 minutes, I returned to the treat at hand… still definitely on the chewy side, no snap, sigh. At first, I thought… failure. Not a total failure, just disappointing that it didn’t turn out “snappy” as I expected.
Bob walked by and took a cluster… and then he disappeared. A few minutes later he came back asking for more, but still no comment, his silence was killing me. I couldn’t take it; I finally had to ask what he thought. He popped another piece in his mouth and said that he loved the chewy texture. Failure??!! What was I thinking? Hehe, More like success!
So this granola showed me once again, that sometimes expectations can really get in our way. I stored this chewy granola in the fridge for over three weeks as Bob nibbled on it. So I am happy to announce that it has a nice long shelf life. It doesn’t have to be refrigerated, so it would be great for hikes, snacks on the go, lunch box fillers… you name it.
When I created this recipe, I used nuts that had already been soaked and dehydrated. If you have those on hand, use those. Otherwise, just go through the soaking process and then proceed with the rest of the recipe.
Yields 12 cups
This looks yummy. Can’t wait to make this, as always love your recipes and think you are brillant!
Awe, thanks mags :) I hope you enjoy it, please let me know the outcome. amie sue
Looks delicious!
Can you make the candied ginger by yourself? Or do you have to buy it?
And “chewy” isn’t bad, not at all, I like “chewy” :-)
Hi Barbara, I tried one time to make it and it turned out so hot (spicy) that I couldn’t eat it. I make crystalized ginger but that is more for dusting a dish with. I buy mine. One day I might try again. If any one else has tried to make it, I would love to hear. Have a great day, amie sue
Gosh, all I can say is “Lucky Bob!” Does he want to trade places with me :)
I am guessing he doesn’t. I spoil him far to much. :) But then he spoils me too… so it’s all good. Have a great day Mary. :)
Haha, well it sounds like you’re a perfect match. Still if he does change his mind I live in New Zealand. It’s very beautiful here, and the weather is nice as well :)
lol Mary… I will be sure to tell him. :) Have a wonderful day! amie sue
This looks sooo yummie.
Another month, and peaches will be available on the market in West Australia.
Can’t wait to try it.
I’m having so much fun with my dehydrator.
Perfect timing then for you Cobie :) If you try it, please keep me posted. Have a wonderful evening, amie sue
Do you suppose I could try this with mango since peaches wont be around for a while? Or pear or ??
Gayle
Oh of course Gayle, it is always best to take advantage of seasonal fruit! I have 9 mangos that are just about ripe enough to use… I can wait to create with them. :) Have a glorious weekend Gayle, amie sue
I made this and used peaches I had on hand. Very good! Some is heading off with my husband Rick on a business trip. Another winner! Looking forward to trying it with mangoes. Hmmm? Pear? Cherry?
Hello Gayle.. the beauty of these granola recipes is that you can mix up the flavors and have fun with it… so by all means… give those other flavors a try. Yum, yum! Have a great day, amie sue