Pumpkin Pie Granola

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 11
Pumpkin Pie Granola recipe for the perfect fall snack
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 1/2 cups old fashioned oats ( not instant or quick cooking )
1 cup spelt , flakes or 1 cup old fashioned oats
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup pumpkin seeds
1/3 cup dried cranberries , soaked in hot water and drained
1 cup pumpkin puree
2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
2 1/2 tablespoons canola oil or 2 1/2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
231
Sugar
12g
Fat
9g
As temperatures start to drop and leaves begin to fall, the taste of pumpkin spice is everywhere. This Pumpkin Pie Granola recipe is a delicious and easy way to incorporate these flavors into your breakfast routine or a snack on-the-go. The crunch of the oats and pumpkin seeds combined with the sweetness of brown sugar and maple syrup make for a satisfying autumn treat. As an added bonus, the recipe is customizable, allowing you to adjust the sweetness or spice level to your liking.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325F.
2.In a large bowl, mix together oats, spelt or additional oats, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
3.In the same bowl, stir in brown sugar, pumpkin seeds, and drained cranberries.
4.In a separate bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, oil, maple syrup, and vanilla.
5.Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until the oats and seeds are coated.
6.Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
7.Allow the granola to cool on the sheet before breaking it into clusters.

PROS

This granola recipe is full of autumn flavors and the added bonus of pumpkin seeds for some extra nutrients.

It can be a quick and satisfying breakfast or a tasty snack.

It also makes for a great homemade gift to share with friends and family.

CONS

As with most granola recipes, it can be high in calories and sugar if consumed in large quantities.

It is recommended to keep portions in check to avoid overindulging.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pumpkin seeds are a great source of protein and healthy fats, while oats contain fiber and other essential nutrients.
This granola can help promote overall heart health and may even aid in digestion due to its high fiber content.

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