Date Sweetened Oil-Free Granola

0 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
1 In a high speed blender, combine the medjool dates, water, almond butter, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
2 Blend until smooth and thick. If it’s a little chunky that’s okay, but do NOT add more water.
3 In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, seeds, nuts, and optional cacao powder.
4 Add the date mixture to the dry ingredients, and mix until evenly coated and well combined.
5 Spread out the granola evenly on the prepared pan.
6 Bake for 35-40 minutes, stirring/flipping the granola every 10 minutes so the edges don’t burn. It should be golden and semi-dry/crisp when done. It will get crispier as it cools.
7 Remove from the oven and cool for at least 30-60 minutes.
8 Store in an airtight container or jar. Enjoy!