Homemade Autumn Granola Recipe

Ingredients:

• 3 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
• 1 cup almonds, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp cloves
• 1/4 tsp ginger
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup dried raisins

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix oats, pecans, almonds, pumpkin seeds, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and salt.
3. In a small saucepan, heat olive oil and maple syrup over low heat until combined. Pour mixture over oats mixture and stir well to combine.
4. Spread the mixture in an even layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the granola is golden brown, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even cooking.
5. Remove from the oven and allow granola to cool on a pan. Add cranberries and raisins.
6. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Verdict:

This homemade autumn granola recipe is perfect for a cozy fall breakfast or snack. The warm and comforting flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves pair perfectly with the crunch of nuts and pumpkin seeds. The added sweetness from the maple syrup, brown sugar, and dried fruit makes this granola recipe hard to resist.

Serving Suggestions:

Enjoy your homemade autumn granola with a splash of almond milk or yogurt for a delicious and nutritious breakfast. Alternatively, sprinkle the granola on top of smoothie bowls or use it as a crunchy topping for baked apples or roasted sweet potatoes. This granola also makes for a great homemade gift idea for friends and family during the fall season.