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Crispy Pumpkin Spice Granola Clusters

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A quick and easy homemade granola recipe perfect for cozy fall mornings, featuring warm pumpkin spices and crunchy clusters made from pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (180g)
  • 1 cup raw pecans or walnuts, roughly chopped (120g)
  • ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut (40g), optional
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup (80ml)
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce (80g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
  2. In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, pumpkin pie spice, ground cinnamon, and sea salt. Stir gently to distribute spices evenly.
  3. In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to fold everything together until the oats and nuts are fully coated and the mixture is slightly sticky.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet, pressing down gently with the back of the spatula to compact it slightly to help form clusters.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through to ensure even cooking. Watch closely after 20 minutes to prevent burning.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool completely on the pan. The granola will crisp up as it cools. Once cool, break into clusters or chunks of your preferred size.
  8. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks, or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Press the granola firmly before baking for bigger clusters. Rotate the pan halfway through baking for even crispness. Let granola cool completely before breaking to ensure crisp clusters. For extra crispness, briefly broil on low while watching carefully. Maple syrup can be swapped for honey. Use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free version. Nuts can be replaced with seeds for nut-free option.

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