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Pumpkin Spice Granola

Pumpkin Spice Granola

Here's what you'll need:

  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 3/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 3/4 cup roasted pumpkin seeds
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup dried cranberries
  • Option to add in 1/4-1/2 cup of mini chocolate chip s

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pour the oats, almonds, and pumpkin seeds into a large bowl, mix together and set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla, spices, and salt together.
  4. Pour the wet mixture over the oats and nuts, and mix thoroughly to coat.
  5. Spread the mixture in a thin even layer on the baking sheet and put into the over for 20 minutes.
  6. After 20 minutes, flip and mix the granola and return it to the oven for another 15-20 minutes. (Careful not to overcook.) 
  7. Once out of the oven, toss in the dried cranberries (and chocolate chips if you choose) and let the granola cool.
  8. Serve with Greek yogurt, fresh fruit, honey and/or milk.
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