Pumpkin Pecan Granola (High in Fiber & Omegas)
This Pumpkin Pecan granola is the perfect cozy, crunchy snack for fall! It's loaded with fiber, healthy omegas and protein. Toss it over yogurt or serve it with milk for an extra protein boost! This granola smells like the epitome of fall while it's baking. Enjoy it!
Ingredients
- 3 cups organic rolled oats
- 1 cup raw pecans roughly chopped
- 1 cup raw almonds roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds/pepitas
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup raisins pre-soaked in warm water
- 4 tablespoons ground flax seed
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 cup avocado oil
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup pumpkin butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Soak raisins in a bowl of warm water for 20 minutes while prepping other ingredients, this will plump them up to be nice and juicy.
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Add dry ingredients to a large bowl and mix to combine.
- Add wet ingredients to a small bowl, stir until combined.
- Drain raisins after soaking period and add to large bowl with dry ingredients, mix to combine. Pour wet ingredients over dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until no dry parts remain.
- Spread granola evenly on two baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15 minutes, turn the pans 180 degrees and bake again for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and dry to the touch.
- Allow the granola to cool completely (this helps form clumps!). Once cooled, remove granola from sheets to and store in jars or an air tight container.
- Enjoy!