Pumpkin Spice Granola
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Pumpkin Spice Granola
Description
The Pumpkin Spice Granola recipe combines oats, coconut flakes, chopped pecans, pumpkin seeds, and flax seeds, mixed with maple syrup, vegetable oil, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. This mixture is spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and baked at 300°F for 35-40 minutes until golden and dry. After cooling slightly, chocolate chips or other varieties like white or butterscotch are stirred in to melt slightly and add sweetness.
This granola has a toasted, crunchy texture thanks to the slow baking, with warm aromatic flavors from pumpkin pie spice and natural sweetness provided by the maple syrup. Coconut flakes and nuts add richness and varied textures, while the pumpkin seeds and flax seeds contribute to the nutty profile.
It can be served with milk, yogurt, or eaten as a snack. The recipe allows substitutions for nuts, seeds, and sweeteners depending on preference or availability. It stores well in an airtight container for up to a month, making it a convenient homemade option for adding seasonal spice to breakfasts or snacks.
This granola is a good choice for those wanting a spiced, crunchy cereal with a fall flavor profile balanced by natural sweeteners and mix-ins like chocolate chips added after baking.
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 ¼ cups coconut flakes
- 1 ¼ cups pecans chopped
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ⅓ cup pumpkin seeds
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup flax seeds
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips or white or butterscotch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a large pan with parchment paper.
- Combine all ingredients (except for chocolate chips) in a large bowl. Mix until everything is fully incorporated.
- Spread on the pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the mixture is golden in color and dry.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly, then add the chocolate chips.
- Let cool completely on the pan.
Notes
- You can substitute nuts and seeds with your preferred varieties in this granola.
- Maple syrup can be replaced with honey if desired.
- If you lack pumpkin pie spice, consider mixing cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves as a homemade alternative.
- Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate, and it will keep for up to one month.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 657 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 657 | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 75g | 25% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 37g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9g | 53% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 226mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 458mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 11g | 44% |
| Sugar | 37g | 74% |
| Vitamin A | 86IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 137mg | 14% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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