Description
A flavorful blend of gingerbread spices, wholesome oats, and nuts that creates a guilt-free snack, perfect for breakfast or as a holiday gift.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup mixed nuts (walnuts and pecans)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped dried fruit (cranberries or apricots)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, nuts, pumpkin seeds, and spices. Stir well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring to combine thoroughly.
- Spread the granola mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Allow the granola to cool completely before mixing in the chopped dried fruit.
- Transfer the cooled granola to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Notes
Ensure the granola cools completely before storing to achieve the best texture. Adjust spices to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: granola, gingerbread, holiday snack, healthy treat, vegan granola
