Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 300°F.
Add 2 cups of rolled oats, 1/2 cup of chopped nuts, 1/4 cup of honey or maple syrup, 1/4 cup of vegetable or coconut oil, 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla essence, and a pinch of salt to a bowl. To ensure that everything is coated evenly, stir.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the mixture evenly across it.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown.
Remove from the oven, let it cool and then store in an airtight container. Add dried fruits or chocolate chips if desired.