Maple Pecan Granola Clusters Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Maple Pecan Granola Clusters Recipe is a delightful and nutritious snack option that combines the rich flavors of maple syrup and toasted pecans. Perfect for breakfast or a quick snack, these clusters are easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients.

The recipe is straightforward and allows for customization with your favorite nuts or dried fruits, making it a versatile addition to your snack repertoire.

Easy Maple Pecan Granola Clusters Recipe

These granola clusters are made with rolled oats, pecans, and a touch of maple syrup, baked until golden and crunchy. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields approximately 10 servings.

Ingredients

2 cups rolled oats
1 cup pecans chopped
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup coconut oil melted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon optional
1/2 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, or apricots) optional

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped pecans, salt, and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
Combine: Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and mix until everything is well coated.
Form Clusters: Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, pressing it down firmly to form clusters.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Stir halfway through to ensure even baking.
Cool: Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking into clusters.
Store: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.