Functional Granola with Golden Milk Superfoods

This crunchy, functional granola is packed with the powerful ingredients of the famous Golden Milk, an Ayurvedic beverage known for its anti-inflammatory and energizing properties. Perfect for starting the day with energy or as a nutritious snack, it combines superfoods that nourish both body and soul.

Benefits of the Ingredients

• Oats: Rich in beta-glucan fibers, promoting satiety, regulating digestion, and helping balance blood sugar levels.
• Cranberries: A source of antioxidants and vitamin C, supporting urinary health and strengthening the immune system.
• Chia Seeds: High in omega-3s, fiber, and protein, aiding satiety, digestion, and heart health.
• Turmeric: A powerful natural anti-inflammatory due to curcumin, boosting immunity and supporting joint health.
• Black Pepper: Enhances curcumin absorption by up to 2,000%, maximizing its benefits.
• Honey: A natural sweetener with antibacterial and antioxidant properties, providing quick energy.
• Coconut Oil: A source of healthy fats (medium-chain triglycerides – MCTs), increasing satiety, improving metabolism, and offering antifungal properties.
• Cinnamon: A potent antioxidant that helps regulate blood sugar levels while adding a warm, aromatic touch.

Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup honey (or agave/your preferred sweetener)
• 3 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).
2. In a large bowl, mix the oats, chia seeds, turmeric, black pepper, cranberries, and cinnamon.
3. Add the coconut oil and honey, stirring until well combined.
4. Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet.
5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes for even toasting.
6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Just like Golden Milk, an Ayurvedic blend of turmeric, black pepper, cinnamon, and honey known for its immune-boosting properties, this granola is an invitation to care for body and soul with ancestral ingredients.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy it with yogurt, plant-based milk, as a fruit topping, or sprinkled over your açaí bowl.