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Autumn Spice Granola Recipe: Simple & Delicious

Autumn Spice Granola Recipe: Simple & Delicious

4.60 from 5 votes
A cozy, crunchy granola bursting with warm autumn spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or topping your favorite yogurt or oatmeal. Easy to make and naturally sweetened with maple syrup.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 0.5 cup raw almonds, chopped
  • 0.5 cup raw pecans, chopped
  • 0.25 cup raw pumpkin seeds
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.125 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.33 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup dried cranberries optional, add after baking

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the oats, almonds, pecans, pumpkin seeds, shredded coconut, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Mix well.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Spread the mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Press down lightly with a spatula to help it crisp up.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even browning. Watch closely toward the end to prevent burning.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet. The granola will crisp up as it cools.
  8. Once cooled, stir in the dried cranberries if using. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

For a nut-free version, substitute seeds like sunflower or hemp for the almonds and pecans. You can also swap dried cranberries for raisins, chopped apricots, or dark chocolate chips.