4.64 74 Published Sep 08, 2021, Updated Sep 05, 2024 I have a ton of granola recipes here on EBF including my basic homemade granola, protein granola, hemp granola and a lovely grain-free granola, but this pumpkin version is definitely one of my favorites, especially in the fall and winter months.
Why You’ll Love this Pumpkin Granola
The combination of pumpkin, maple and pecan is so delicious and the addition of chocolate chips adds a hint of extra sweetness and makes the granola a tad more decadent. Plus, the combo of pumpkin and chocolate is absolute perfection.
Here’s What You Need
old fashioned rolled oats – make sure to grab gluten-free oats if needed. I typically to use Bob’s Red Mill rolled oats. raw pecans – for some added crunch, protein and healthy fats! Raw pecans are great because they don’t have any added oil or salt. And pecans are my go-to for this granola, but feel free to swap them for another nut or seed if needed. pumpkin puree – make homemade pumpkin puree or buy it from the store. If you’re using store-bought, just make sure the ingredient list is just pumpkin! Don’t accidentally buy pumpkin pie filling. vanilla extract – a delicious flavor enhancer. pumpkin pie spice – make your own pumpkin pie spice mixture or buy a pre-made blend. Either option works great. maple syrup – my go-to natural sweetener. It adds the perfect amount of sweetness and helps bind the spices to the oats and nuts. coconut oil – helps make this granola toasty, golden brown and delicious! sea salt – makes all of the flavors really pop. chocolate chips – you can’t go wrong with the addition of chocolate chips. I like using Lily’s dark chocolate chips because they are vegan and sugar-free. Enjoy Life is another great brand that is allergen friendly!
How to Make Pumpkin Granola
Homemade granola is super easy to make! For this variation, you’ll simply combine all of your ingredients (except the chocolate chips) in a bowl, spread the mixture onto a baking sheet with parchment paper and bake for 40-50 minutes. Allow the granola to cool for about 5 minutes, then sprinkle the chocolate chips over the mixture and it’s ready to go! How easy is that?!
How to Serve Pumpkin Granola
By the handful – I have no shame in admitting I often just eat this granola by the handful for a healthy snack. With milk – serve it with your favorite milk of choice and some fresh fruit for breakfast. With yogurt – I love making a yogurt bowl and topping it with a nut butter drizzle, granola and fresh fruit. If you really want to get the full pumpkin granola experience, I highly recommending making this pumpkin pie yogurt bowl. It’s SO good! On a smoothie – top this pumpkin pie smoothie with granola on top for added crunch. With ice cream – this granola would be delicious as a topping on this banana ice cream for some fall flavor. With peanut butter – if you haven’t tried this before, trust me on this! Mix nut butter of choice with this granola for a protein-packed, crunchy, satisfying snack.
How to Store Leftovers
It’s super important to let your granola cool completely before storing! If it’s even a tiny bit warm, it will create condensation in the container which will lead to soggy granola… no thanks! After cooling completely, transfer to an airtight container and store in a cool place for 1-2 weeks. I like to store my granola in a mason jar in the fridge so it lasts longer and stays extra crunchy. That said, this granola doesn’t last very long around here! We can polish off a batch rather quickly.
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Coconut Granola Maple Quinoa Granola Chocolate Granola Granola Cookies Pumpkin Spice Granola Bars High Protein Granola
More Pumpkin Recipes to Try
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