Cherry-Nut Granola Squares

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 8-inch-square baking pan with parchment paper and lightly coat with olive oil cooking spray.
2. 2
   On medium jelly-roll pan, combine oats, sunflower seeds, and walnuts.
3. 3
   Bake 10 minutes or until lightly toasted.
4. 4
   Meanwhile, in large microwave-safe bowl, microwave honey 30 seconds, until runny.
5. 5
   Stir in oil, vanilla, and salt.
6. 6
   Fold oat mixture into honey mixture, then fold in dried cherries.
7. 7
   Pour into prepared pan and firmly press into pan with offset (angled) spatula or lightly oiled hands.
8. 8
   Bake 15 minutes.
9. 9
   Transfer pan to wire rack.
10. 10
    With spatula, firmly press into pan.
11. 11
    Cool in pan until slightly warm.
12. 12
    Transfer to cutting board; cut into 16 squares.
13. 13
    Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week.