This 4-ingredient Maple Pecan Granola Recipe is sweet, super crunchy, and way better than the store-bought stuff. It’s the perfect grab-and-go breakfast, snack, or little something sweet when the craving strikes!

If you love homemade granola, then you’ve got to try my Maple Candied Pecans and my Coconut Chocolate Chip Granola!

Maple Pecan Granola on baking sheet

Granola is one of my favorite things to make at home. It is super easy to make and much less expensive than store-bought. And it’s typically a lot healthier and more nutritious than the stuff on the shelf!

This maple pecan granola recipe is ridiculously simple. You only need four ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time before popping it in the oven. That’s it!

Loaded with pecans, maple syrup, old fashioned oats and a pinch of salt this granola is super addicting and easy to munch on. I like to make big batches of it to have on hand for busy mornings. This granola can be stored for about a week in an airtight container in your pantry. You can even freeze it and take it out as needed for up to 6 months!

Add in your favorites like raisins or chocolate chips to this granola. The best thing about granola is that it is super versatile and can be made in so many different ways. Hope you enjoy!

If you love this granola recipe then you will love my Energy Bites and Healthy Granola Cookies!

Maple Pecan Granola in a clear storage jar

Why You’ll Love This Maple Pecan Granola

  • Only 4 Ingredients: All you need are four simple pantry staples to make this delicious homemade granola!
  • Quick and Easy: Just a few minutes of prep, then let the oven do the rest. It’s perfect for making a big batch at the beginning of the week.
  • Perfectly Crunchy: This granola bakes up golden brown with crunchy pecans and delicious clusters in every bite.
  • Naturally Sweetened: Pure maple syrup adds just the right amount of sweetness without using refined sugar.
  • Great for Meal Prep: Make a batch ahead of time and enjoy it all week long! It’s delicious sprinkled over yogurt, smoothie bowls, or enjoyed by the handful as a snack.
  • Better Than Store-Bought: Homemade granola is budget-friendly, easy to customize, and tastes so much fresher than the packaged stuff!
This baked 4-Ingredient Maple Pecan Granola on a baking sheet with a medal spatula

Ingredients

  • Old-fashioned oats (not instant or steel-cut)
  • Pecan halves
  • Pure maple syrup (aka no added sugar)
  • Salt (kosher or sea salt)

How To Make Maple Pecan Granola

  • To make this 4-ingredient maple pecan granola recipe, simply toss everything together in one big bowl.
Maple Pecan Granola Ingredients in clear bowl!
  1. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with a silicon baking mat and pop it in the oven for about 40 minutes. The granola will come out golden brown and crunchy.
A baking sheet lined with parchment paper holds scattered Maple Pecan Granola clusters with oats and pecans, ready to be baked.
  1. Stir the granola a couple of times while in the oven. Make sure to stir the granola gently so you do not break up any clumps.
  2. Allow the granola to cool completely before taking it off the baking sheet.
Maple Pecan Granola is baked to perfection and spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet, shown from above with some empty space in the top left corner.

    Tips and Variations

    • Add more nuts like sliced almonds, peanuts, pistachios, walnuts, or even shredded coconut!
    • Or seeds like pepitas, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, or flax seeds.
    • Mix in some dried fruit like blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, cranberries, or raisins.
    • Turn this breakfast granola into a dessert by serving over your favorite ice cream and homemade chocolate sauce!
    • Swap out the maple syrup for some local honey!
    • Mix in some chocolate once the granola has cooled! Semi-sweet, dark, milk, white … they’re all good in this maple pecan granola recipe!
    Maple Pecan Granola in a clear storage jar

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        Recipe

        4 Ingredient Maple Pecan Granola

        5 from 3 votes
        Sweet and super crunchy! This 4 ingredient Maple Pecan Granola is way better than store bought. Perfect grab and go breakfast.
        Author: Kelley Simmons
        Prep Time: 5 minutes
        Cook Time: 40 minutes
        Total Time: 45 minutes
        Serves 4 About 2 cups
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        Ingredients 

        • 2 cups old fashioned oats
        • 1/2 cup pecans halves
        • 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons maple syrup
        • pinch salt

        Instructions

        • Preheat oven to 300 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 a silicon baking mat or parchment paper.
        • Place in the oven and bake for 40-50 minutes. Stir 1 or 2 times. Do so very gently not to break up clumps.
          Take out of the oven and allow to cool completely.
        • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

        Nutrition Information

        Calories: 348kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 6mgPotassium: 288mgFiber: 5gSugar: 25gCalcium: 74mgIron: 2mg
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