Festive Gingerbread Granola Mix (Printable)
A warmly spiced granola mix featuring oats, nuts, and gingerbread flavors for tasty breakfasts or snacks.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
03 - 1 cup sliced almonds
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
05 - 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
06 - 1/4 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Spices
08 - 2 teaspoons ground ginger
09 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
→ Wet Ingredients
12 - 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
13 - 1/4 cup unsulphured molasses
14 - 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
15 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-ins
16 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
17 - 1/2 cup chopped crystallized ginger
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix oats, pecans, almonds, shredded coconut, sunflower seeds, pepitas, and salt until evenly combined.
03 - Incorporate ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves into the dry mixture, stirring thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly.
04 - Whisk together maple syrup, molasses, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until smooth.
05 - Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until all components are uniformly coated.
06 - Spread the coated granola evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a uniform layer.
07 - Bake for 15 minutes, remove from oven, gently toss with a spatula, then return to bake for an additional 15 minutes or until golden and fragrant.
08 - Allow the granola to cool fully on the baking sheet to crisp up before adding optional ingredients.
09 - Once cooled, fold in dried cranberries and chopped crystallized ginger if desired. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
# Expert Hacks:
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- This granola combines festive flavors with a satisfying crunch that feels like sharing a holiday treat with a close friend
- It quickly became a favorite because it’s so easy to make and smells incredible while baking
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- Make sure the coconut oil is fully melted but not hot when mixing so it coats evenly without cooking the wet ingredients prematurely
- Tossing the granola halfway through baking is key to getting that perfect golden crunch and avoiding burnt edges
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- Using parchment paper on your baking sheet not only prevents sticking but makes tossing the granola mid-bake effortless
- Letting the granola cool completely on the tray is the secret to crunchy clusters instead of crumbs