This Pumpkin Pecan Granola recipe loaded with dried cranberries, pecans, and pumpkin seeds. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack. And believe me when I say that it’s so much better than store-bought!

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    Pumpkin Granola

    By now, you guys surely know how much I love granola. So far, I’ve shared my Maple Pecan GranolaPeanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola, and Coconut Granola! And now, we can add this (nearly) perfect Pumpkin Pecan Granola to the list!

    I always have granola on hand because it makes a super healthy snack or breakfast. Homemade granola provides fiber and nutrients like iron and potassium, and cuts down on the amount of added sugar that you typically find in store-bought granola. For extra fiber, I added nuts, pumpkin seeds, and flax seeds to this easy granola recipe.

    This homemade granola with pecans is loaded with tons of fall flavor from the maple syrup, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice. Fair warning your house will smell amazing when the granola is baking!

    Serve with milk like cereal, sprinkle on top of greek yogurt, or enjoy as-is!

    spooning pumpkin pecan granola on large sheet tray

    Pumpkin Granola Ingredients

    • Old-Fashioned Oats: You’ll want these over instant or steel-cut.
    • Pecans: I prefer pecan halves here so that they stand out among all the other ingredients, but chopped pecans would work just as well. You could also use walnuts, almonds, macadamia nuts, or hazelnuts, if preferred.
    • Pepitas: These add great crunch and even more pumpkin flavor, although subtle. But they work well with the puree and help the pumpkin component come full-circle.
    • Pumpkin Pie Spice: This is what truly makes this homemade granola perfect for fall. With warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, and ginger, this will have you wanting to curl up with a cup of hot cocoa! Make your own, or buy it off the shelf.
    • Light Brown Sugar: You can also use dark brown sugar or granulated sugar, if preferred.
    • Flax Seeds: The actual seeds or flax seed meal will work here!
    • Pumpkin Puree: Use whichever brand you prefer, but opt for ones that are organic and 100% pumpkin. Don’t use pumpkin pie filling. It’s not the same thing!
    • Coconut Oil: This gets the granola nice and toasted without making it too rich like butter or vegetable oil would.
    • Maple Syrup: This is the sweetener for the granola that imparts lots of fall flavor. You can also use honey or agave nectar, if preferred.
    • Dried Cranberries: Golden raisins, purple raisins, or any dried fruit would work!

    how to make pumpkin granola

    • Add all of the ingredients to a medium bowl.
    nuts, cranberries, sugar, pumpkin and oats in a large white bowl
    • Toss to combine. (Make sure all of the oats are coated and not too clumped.)
    granola ingredients mixed up in large white bowl with spoon
    • Spread granola evenly on a baking sheet lined with a silicon baking mat.
    • Bake for 15 minutes, and stir the granola carefully not to break up clusters. Then, bake for an additional 15 minutes or until golden brown before removing from your oven.
    aerial shot of pumpkin granola on sheet tray
    • Allow the granola to cool. The granola with get crunchier as it cools. It tends to be sort of soft when it first comes out of the oven.
    • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for up to 2 months.

    Optional Mix-Ins

    • Walnuts
    • Almonds
    • Chocolate chips
    • Chia seeds
    • Hemp seeds
    • Butterscotch chips
    • Dried apples
    pecan pumpkin granola with cranberries on baking sheet

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    Pumpkin Pecan Granola

    Pumpkin Pecan Granola loaded with dried cranberries, pecans and pumpkin seeds. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack. So much better than store-bought!
    Servings: 8 About 3 cups
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes

    Ingredients 

    Instructions 

    • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Add all of the ingredients to a medium bowl.
    • Toss to combine. Make sure all of the oats are coated.
    • Spread granola evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
    • Bake for 15 minutes and stir the granola carefully not to break up clusters. Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until golden brown. Allow the granola to cool. The granola with get crunchier as it cools it tends to be sort of soft when it first comes out of the oven.

    Notes

    Storage instructions: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to 2 months.

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 435kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 9gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 8mgPotassium: 336mgFiber: 8gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 2390IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 3mg

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