Homemade Pumpkin Spice Granola Recipe

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

This pumpkin spice granola recipe is a delightful way to embrace the flavors of fall. With warm spices and the comforting essence of pumpkin, it’s perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Easy to make, this granola is packed with oats, nuts, and seeds, making it a nutritious choice that you can enjoy any time of the day.

Delicious Pumpkin Spice Granola Recipe

This pumpkin spice granola combines rolled oats, nuts, and pumpkin puree with a blend of spices to create a crunchy and flavorful treat. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves as a great topping for yogurt or a tasty snack on its own.

Ingredients

3 cups rolled oats
1 cup nuts (such as pecans or walnuts), chopped
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, maple syrup (or honey), melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Combine the Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the rolled oats, chopped nuts, pumpkin seeds, pumpkin spice, and salt.
Combine Mixtures: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
Spread and Bake: Spread the granola mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown.
Cool and Add Extras: Remove from the oven and let it cool completely. Once cooled, stir in dried cranberries or raisins if desired.
Store: Transfer the granola to an airtight container and enjoy it over yogurt, with milk, or as a snack.