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Pumpkin Seed Granola

This delicious Granola with Pepitas is quick and easy to make, plus absolutely irresistible!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 260kcal
Author: Ginnie

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup pepitas
  • 1 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° F (175° C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or nonstick foil, then set aside.
  • Stir oats, pepitas, pumpkin spice, and salt together in a large mixing bowl.
  • In a separate, smaller bowl, mix olive oil, maple syrup, and vanilla together with a fork (or whisk) until well combined.
  • Pour maple syrup mixture over oat mixture, then stir until oats are well coated.
  • Spread oat mixture over prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
  • Bake granola until golden and crisp, stirring every 10 minutes (about 20 to 25 minutes total).
  • Let granola cool completely, then store in an airtight container until ready to eat. Enjoy!

Notes

Servings - This recipe makes about 4 cups of granola, or 8 (½ cup) servings.
Mix-Ins - Stir in 1 cup of dried fruit (such as cranberries), coconut chips, or chopped chocolate (or chips) for a fun twist on the basic recipe.
DIY Pumpkin Spice Seasoning - You can make your own Pumpkin Pie Spice by stirring together the following spices:
  •   1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  •   1 teaspoon ground ginger
  •   ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  •   ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
More Tips - Check out the info before this recipe card for helpful tips, variations, serving suggestions, and more!

Nutrition

Calories: 260kcal
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