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Pumpkin Granola

Pumpkin Granola

  • Author: Christopher
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: About 4 cups 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Cozy up your fall mornings with this warm, crunchy, and irresistibly flavorful Pumpkin Granola. This easy recipe combines roasted oats, aromatic spices, and natural sweetness for a perfect plant-based breakfast companion. Enjoy it over plant-based yogurt, with plant-based milk, or by the handful for an authentic taste of autumn.

Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (natural)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (natural)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (natural)
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Set your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and help with even cooking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, maple syrup (natural), and canola oil. Whisk the mixture until smooth and well integrated to ensure the pumpkin coats the oats evenly.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in rolled oats, ground cinnamon (natural), ground nutmeg (natural), salt, pumpkin seeds, and chopped almonds. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat the ingredients with the pumpkin mixture.
  4. Spread and Bake: Transfer the mixture to the lined baking sheet and spread into an even layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even browning and prevent burning.
  5. Cool and Store: Remove the granola from the oven once golden and slightly crisp. Allow it to cool completely on the baking sheet; it will harden as it cools to create the perfect crunch. Store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Even coating: Ensure pumpkin puree and sweetener bind the oats well to create delicious clusters.
  • Low and slow: Bake at moderate temperature to prevent burning and achieve crispiness.
  • Stir often: Mix the granola every 10 minutes for evenly toasted clusters.
  • Add mix-ins last: Add chewy dried fruits after baking to keep their softness.
  • Customize spices: Adjust cinnamon and nutmeg to suit your taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Pumpkin granola, plant-based granola, fall breakfast, crunchy granola, vegan granola, autumn flavors

Find it online: https://easyrecipeplanet.com/pumpkin-granola/