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Pumpkin Granola

Pumpkin Granola

  • Author: Marcus
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: About 6 cups 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This easy Pumpkin Granola recipe delivers a crunchy, flavorful, and wholesome snack bursting with warm autumn spices, roasted nuts, and the natural sweetness of pumpkin. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or topping desserts, it combines toasted almonds, pumpkin seeds, and aromatic cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves for a comforting treat enjoyed any time of day.

Ingredients

Scale

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (natural)
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure even toasting without sticking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients Together: In a medium bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, maple syrup (natural), coconut oil, and vanilla extract (natural). Whisk well until smooth and fully blended.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together rolled oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cloves, salt, chopped almonds, pumpkin seeds, and natural gelling agent. Mix until spices and salt are evenly distributed.
  4. Incorporate Wet into Dry: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until all oats and nuts are evenly coated and the pumpkin puree is well distributed for moist clumps during baking.
  5. Spread and Bake: Spread the granola mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even toasting and prevent burning. Bake until lightly golden and fragrant.
  6. Cool and Store: Remove the granola from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet to crisp up perfectly. Once cool, break into clusters and store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Ensure even coating of the pumpkin mixture for consistent flavor and clumping.
  • Bake at moderate temperature and stir frequently for crunch without burning.
  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
  • Allow granola to cool completely before storing to maintain crunchiness.
  • Add dried fruits or vegan dark chocolate chips only after baking to avoid melting or sogginess.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: pumpkin, granola, healthy snack, vegan, gluten free, autumn, homemade snack, plant-based

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