Preheat and Prepare: First things first, preheat your oven to 160°C (140°C fan) and line a large baking tray with parchment paper. This prevents the granola from sticking and makes clean-up much easier.

Mix the Dry Granola Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped pecans, pumpkin seeds, ground cinnamon, and sea salt. Give it a good stir with a wooden spoon to ensure everything is evenly distributed.

Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a separate smaller bowl or jug, whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until they are well combined.

Combine and Spread: Pour the wet mixture over the dry oat mixture. Stir everything together thoroughly, making sure every oat and nut is lightly coated. Tip the mixture onto your prepared baking tray and use a spatula to spread it into a thin, even layer.

Bake the Granola: Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the granola is a lovely golden brown and feels dry to the touch. I find that pulling it out right at the 22-minute mark gives me the perfect crunch. Let it cool completely on the tray; it will get crispier as it cools.

Prepare the Fruit: While the granola is cooling, gently wash and pat dry your berries. Hull and slice the strawberries. You can leave the raspberries and blueberries whole.

Start Layering: Now for the fun part. Grab four tall glasses or jars. Start with a layer of granola at the bottom (about 2-3 tablespoons). This provides a sturdy base.

Add Yogurt and Fruit: Spoon a generous layer of Greek yogurt over the granola. Follow this with a layer of mixed berries. What works best for me to keep the layers neat is using a spoon to gently place the yogurt and fruit against the glass first, then filling in the middle.

Repeat and Finish: Repeat the layers – granola, yogurt, fruit – until you reach the top of the glass. Finish with a final dollop of yogurt, a sprinkle of granola, and a few artfully placed fresh berries. Serve immediately to enjoy the ultimate contrast of crunchy and creamy textures.