Cacao And Hazelnut Granola

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup (200gm) raw buckwheat

• 1 cup (250ml) boiling water

• 1 tbs cacao powder

• 1 cup (140gm) hazelnuts, chopped

• ¼ cup (45gm) linseeds (flaxseeds), plus extra to serve

• ¼ cup (50gm) black chia seeds

• ¼ cup (40gm) sesame seeds

• ¼ cup (90gm) honey, plus extra to serve

• 1 tbs extra virgin olive oil

• ¼ cup (45gm) cacao nibs

• Natural greek yoghurt (thick) and sliced pear to serve

METHOD

1. Place the buckwheat and water in a medium bowl and set aside for 30 minutes to soak.

2. Preheat oven to 150°C (300°F).

3. Drain the buckwheat and place in a large bowl. Add the cacao powder, hazelnut, linseeds, chia seeds, sesame seeds, honey and oil, and mix to combine.

4. Spread the granola over 2 large baking trays lined with non-stick baking paper, and cook, stirring

   occasionally, for 30 minutes.

5. Add the cacao nibs and cook for a further 20 minutes or until golden.

6. Set aside to cool slightly. Serve with yoghurt, sliced pear, extra honey and extra linseeds. Serves 4

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