Pumpkin Spice Granola

Happy October!

Fall has officially arrived, so I am craving all kinds of pumpkin! If you saw my last post, Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Bowl, I’m giving you the best granola you could top it with- PUMPKIN!

Making this, I thought about when I wouldn’t go near pumpkin anything; but now I can’t go without it!

Since I’ve never made pumpkin granola before and I’ve never added pumpkin puree in something like this, I wasn’t sure how this was going to turn out. But, I have to say I am very pleased! It’s crunchy, filled with clusters, and has a subtle yet perfect pumpkin flavor 🙂

And, not only does it go perfectly with the creaminess of the pumpkin pie smoothie, I know it’ll be equally as delicious with sliced banana and peanut butter… I’m already drooling… guess what I’m having for breakfast tomorrow?!

 

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2-4 tablespoons maple syrup, to your preferred sweetness!
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
• 3 tablespoons pumpkin puree
• any add-ins: nuts, seeds, dried fruit, etc.

 

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Mix all of the ingredients together until equally combined, minus the ad-ins
3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread out the granola evenly on the pan
4. Bake for 15 minutes
5. Take it out of the oven and mix, also mix in any add-ins at this time
6. Bake for another 5 minutes, or until crispy
7. Let cool, then transfer to an airtight container

 

 

Besides this granola, one of my other favorite toppings are Health Warrior Pumpkin Seed Bars, I love the dark chocolate flavor!! They are filled with only a few, simple, good-for-you-ingredients, and they are the perfect topping for a bowl that’s all things pumpkin!! You can use the code leeshealthylife30 for 30% off anything on their website. (This post is not sponsored by them, I’m sharing this because these bars are truly delicious!)

Definitely go and make this yummy granola!! Don’t forget to let me know what you think and subscribe so you get notified of new posts!!! Stay tuned for a few other yummy pumpkin recipes ☺️

 

XOXO

Lee