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pumpkin cranberry granola

Cozy Pumpkin Cranberry Granola for a Fall Breakfast Boost

Enjoy the warm flavors of pumpkin cranberry granola, a wholesome and easy-to-make breakfast that's perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Use gluten-free oats if needed.
  • 1 cup Pure Pumpkin Canned or homemade puree.
  • 1/2 cup Pumpkin Seeds Sunflower seeds work as a substitute.
For Sweetness and Flavor
  • 1 cup Cranberries Can substitute with dried cherries or raisins.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Can use honey for a non-vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Try using freshly scraped vanilla bean.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Consider adding nutmeg.
Additional Notes
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Flakes Choose unsweetened or substitute with chopped nuts.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking tray
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, pumpkin seeds, coconut flakes, and cranberries.
  3. Add pure pumpkin, vanilla extract, maple syrup, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking tray in an even layer, pressing it down gently.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  6. Once baked, allow the granola to cool completely on the pan before transferring it to an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 60mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For extra crunch, add a variety of nuts or seeds during the last 5-10 minutes of baking. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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