This homemade Pumpkin Spice Granola is full of warm fall flavors. This simple recipe uses wholesome ingredients like rolled oats and pumpkin seeds. Perfect for breakfast or as a healthy snack, one bite of this granola will bring you cozy feelings. This recipe is gluten-free if using certified gluten-free oats.
Crunchy, cluster filled and generously spiced, this homemade granola is the perfect addition to your morning breakfast menu. Full-flavored pumpkin spice granola is ready in thirty minutes thanks to a simple baking process and only seven ingredients.
Sweetened with a small amount of light brown sugar and maple syrup, this granola is not overly sweet. The pumpkin seeds and dried cranberries pack the granola with texture and additional flavor. The beauty of this recipe is that it is easily customizable - use what you have on hand.
Similar to my Spiced Apple Granola recipe, this one is all about the warm fall spices. Make a batch of pumpkin spice granola for yourself - it is a scrumptious seasonal treat. Use it to garnish your morning smoothie or yogurt.
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Pumpkin Spice Granola
While most recipes have pumpkin added, this recipe uses only pumpkin pie spice to invoke warm, fall flavors (no pumpkin puree). The result is a beautifully spiced, nutty granola with pumpkin seeds and cranberries. Here is why you will love this recipe:
- This easy recipe uses wholesome, healthy ingredients.
- To start your day, homemade granola contains protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
- Granola is quick to throw together and bakes in thirty minutes.
- This granola is perfect for snacking or enjoying for breakfast.
What is pumpkin spice?
While scents and recipes vary, in general, pumpkin spice can be connected to the flavors found in the pumpkin pie spice blend. The spices in this blend include cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, and cloves. It represents the smells we think of when we think of fall.
Ingredients
- Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats
- Light Brown Sugar (packed)
- Maple Syrup
- Pumpkin Pie Spice
- Avocado Oil
- Pumpkin Seeds
- Dried Cranberries
See the recipe card for ingredient quantities.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F. Line a sheet tray with a Silpat or parchment and set it aside.
- Combine the oats, pumpkin seeds, light brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice blend in a large bowl. Stir in the maple syrup and avocado oil.
- Pour the oat mixture onto your prepared tray. Flatten the granola down into a tight rectangle with your hands (and a sheet of wax paper) or a spatula.
- Bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Rotate the tray and bake for approximately 12 to 15 minutes more. Gently break the granola into clusters and stir in the dried cranberries.
Substitutions and Additions
- Avocado Oil - Canola Oil, Coconut Oil, Grapeseed Oil, Melted Butter
- Dried Cranberries - Dried Cherries, Dried Apples
- Pumpkin Seeds - Chopped Pecans, Chopped Walnuts
- Mix-Ins - Flaxseeds
Other Granola Recipes
- Peanut Butter Granola Clusters
- Toasted Coconut Granola
- Chocolate Coconut Granola
- Maple Pecan Granola Clusters
- Chocolate Hazlenut Granola
Storage
Transfer cooled granola to an airtight container or jar. Store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Can you freeze homemade granola? Transfer cooled granola to an airtight container or freezer-safe zip-top bag - freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw the granola completely before eating.
How to Serve Homemade Granola
Homemade granola is a delicious treat for breakfast or as a wholesome snack. Here is how I love serving it:
- Sprinkle homemade granola over yogurt or smoothie bowls.
- Pour a serving into a bowl and enjoy with milk.
- Sprinkle pumpkin spice granola over a bowl of fresh fruit.
- Enjoy granola by the handful.
Suggested Equipment
- Pyrex Prepware 4-Quart Rimmed Mixing Bowl
- OXO Good Grips 11-Inch Balloon Whisk
- Rubber Spatula
- Nordic Ware Natural Aluminum Commercial Baker's Half Sheet
- Comfylife Parchment Paper Sheets
Expert Tips
- When mixing, ensure all the ingredients are well coated in the maple syrup and oil.
- Line your baking pan with parchment or a Silpat to prevent sticking and for easier clean-up.
- Make sure to give the granola a firm press before baking to promote granola clumps or clusters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Homemade granola is usually healthier than storebought, thanks to real ingredients and no additives. Granola is full of wholesome ingredients and nutrients. Because of the additional oil and sweetener added to the oats, granola tends to be more caloric. For this reason, less is more with granola.
You need fat to make granola. The oil promotes browning/toasting, helps bind the ingredients together, and adds flavor.
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**Recipe and post updated 11/3/2022.
📖 Recipe
Pumpkin Spice Granola
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- ¾ cup pumpkin seeds roasted and lightly salted
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 tablespoon light brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ⅓ cup avocado oil
- ½ cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Combine the oats, pumpkin seeds, light brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice blend in a large bowl. Add the maple syrup and avocado oil. Using a rubber spatula, stir until everything is well coated and incorporated.
- Pour the oat mixture onto your prepared tray. Flatten the granola down into a tight rectangle with your hands (and a sheet of wax paper) or a spatula.
- Bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Rotate the tray and bake for approximately 12 to 15 minutes more. Allow the granola to cool before breaking into clusters. You may have some bits that break off.
Notes
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