Small Batch Almond Granola

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat toaster oven or oven to 325°F and lightly oil a 10 x 7 pan.
2. 2
   In a medium bowl, mix together oats, wheat germ, almonds, coconut and salt.
3. 3
   In a small bowl whisk together coconut oil, maple syrup and almond extract. Pour maple oil mixture over oat mixture and stir well, coating all of the ingredients well.
4. 4
   Pour granola into the prepared pan and spread into an even layer, pressing the granola down with a rubber spatula. Bake granola for 19-22 minutes, until golden brown. Stir granola after 15 minutes, stirring from the edges of the pan inward. Keep a close eye on it during the last few minutes to make sure granola does not burn.
5. 5
   Cool granola completely (about 30 minutes) without stirring before storing in a sealed jar.
6. 6
   Note: Total time does not include 30-minute recommended cooling time.