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4 from 2 votes

Pumpkin Spiced Granola

This super flavorful pumpkin spiced granola recipe captures all the best fall flavors in one tasty bite. The recipe uses a traditional granola mix and adds spices like cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and nutmeg to give it a seasonal fall flare. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 14 cups
Calories: 512kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large bowl
  • 2 baking sheets

Ingredients

  • 8 cups rolled oats
  • 15 oz pumpkin puree
  • 1 1/2 cup cashews raw, unsalted, and roughly chopped
  • 3/4 cup hemp seeds raw
  • 1 tbsp. fine sea salt scant tablespoon
  • 2 tbsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cardamom
  • 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin coconut oil liquid
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup raw sugar
  • 1 cup dried cranberries

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300°F (149°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  • Mix all of the ingredients except the dried cranberries in a very large bowl. Make sure the oats, nuts, and seeds are coated with the pumpkin, salt, spices, coconut oil, butter, maple syrup, and raw sugar.
  • Spread the granola evenly over the two pans. Pack it together and press it down evenly with a wooden spoon or your hands.
  • Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, breaking the granola up and stirring it around once or twice as it cooks, or until the granola is golden brown and done to your liking.
  • Allow the granola to cool slightly, then mix in the dried cranberries. You can store in an airtight container at room temperature for several weeks; place in the refrigerator, or freezer for longer term storage.

Notes

You can make this recipe gluten-free by using gluten-free certified oats. 

Nutrition

Calories: 512kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 443mg | Potassium: 369mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 4890IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 5mg