Pumpkin Pie Spiced Granola
This Pumpkin Pie Spiced Granola is a delightful autumn treat full of warming spices, pure pumpkin, dried fruits and natural sweeteners.
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1.5 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 3/4 teaspoon mineral salt
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ½ cup dried apricots chopped small
- ½ cup dried cheries
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients except the dried apricots and dried cherries. Stir until everything is well coated.
Spread the granola in an even layer on the baking sheet. Bake granola for 30-35 until lightly toasted and golden brown. Make sure to remove granola from oven every 10 minutes to stir well and toss, then return to the oven.
Let granola cool completely then stir in dried fruits. Store the granola in an airtight container.
Keyword autumn, granola, kid friendly, pumpkin