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Pumpkin Spice Granola Clusters

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These Pumpkin Spice Granola Clusters are a cozy, crunchy, and perfectly spiced homemade snack featuring real pumpkin puree, warm autumn spices, and wholesome oats. Ideal for fall, they’re easy to make, customizable, and perfect for breakfast, snacking, or gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup (or honey)
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil (or melted butter or avocado oil)
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • 1 large egg white (or 2 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water for vegan)
  • 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice blend (or 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ginger, 1/4 tsp nutmeg, 1/4 tsp allspice or cloves)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts or almonds, or more pepitas/sunflower seeds for nut-free)
  • 1/3 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds, or sunflower seeds for nut-free)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins (or chopped dried apricots, figs, or apples, stirred in after baking)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, light brown sugar, and egg white (or flaxseed meal mixture for vegan). Whisk until well combined and glossy.
  3. Add pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk again to evenly distribute the spices.
  4. Fold in rolled oats, chopped pecans, pepitas, and coconut flakes (if using) with a spatula until all dry ingredients are well coated.
  5. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer about 1/2-inch thick. Press gently for larger clusters.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and gently flip sections with a spatula, keeping clusters intact. Rotate the pan and bake for another 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and fragrant.
  7. Let the granola cool completely on the pan for at least 30 minutes without stirring.
  8. Once cool, break into clusters and stir in dried cranberries or raisins (and chocolate chips if using).
  9. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy as a snack, over yogurt, or with milk.

Notes

For extra-large clusters, press the mixture down again halfway through baking and let the granola cool completely before breaking up. Use certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version. For a vegan version, use the flaxseed meal substitute for egg white. Customize with your favorite nuts, seeds, or dried fruit. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

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