Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 tbsp

Neutral Oil

for greasing

4 cup

Rolled Oats

not quick or instant

0.63 cup

Honey

0.25 cup

Toasted Sesame Oil

2 tbsp

Black Sesame Seeds

2 tbsp

White Sesame Seeds

2 pinch

Kosher Salt

1 tsp

Cardamom

ground

1 unit

Orange Zest

zest of one orange

2.5 cup

Dehydrated Raspberries

store bought or homemade

3 pints

Raspberries

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Grease a rimmed baking sheet with neutral oil.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~4 min

In the prepared baking sheet, mix rolled oats, honey, sesame oil, black sesame seeds, white sesame seeds, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~4 min

Bake for 15 minutes, then stir the granola.

Step 5
~4 min

Bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown, watching carefully to prevent burning.

Step 6
~4 min

Immediately sprinkle cardamom and orange zest over the baked granola.

Step 7
~4 min

Add dehydrated raspberries.

Step 8
~4 min

Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Step 9
~4 min

To dehydrate raspberries, line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~4 min

Spread raspberries evenly on the sheets.

Step 11
~4 min

Follow dehydrator instructions or use oven's dehydrate setting (8-12 hours at very low temperature).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add other nuts and seeds for variety.

Adjust the amount of honey to your preferred sweetness level.

Store in an airtight container to maintain crispness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made several days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with milk or yogurt.

Top with fresh fruit.

Enjoy as a snack.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Yogurt
Fresh Berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Middle East

Cultural Significance

Tahini is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Snack
Brunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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