Maple Pecan Granola + Almond Butter Berry Sauce

• 3 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
• 4 tbs olive oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Almond Butter Berry Sauce:

• 3 frozen bananas
• 1 cup frozen blueberries
• 2 tbs almond butter
• Unsweetened almond milk

Toppings:

• Fresh berries
• Shredded unsweetened coconut
• Chia seeds

Directions:

Maple Pecan Granola:

1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Stir together the oats, pecans, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
3. Add the maple syrup, oil, and vanilla.  Stir to coat.
4. Spread the mixture on the baking sheet and bake for approx 25-30 minutes, until lightly browned.
5. Remove from the oven and let cool.

Almond Butter Berry Sauce:

1. Combine the bananas, blueberries, and almond butter in a blender and blend until smooth.
2. If needed, add almond milk, 1 tbs. at a time, to thin.

Bringing it All Together:

1. Serve the granola in bowls with dollops of the almond butter berry sauce and top with fresh berries, coconut, or chia seeds.