Homemade Pumpkin Spice Granola is perfect for keeping on hand for quick breakfasts throughout the week!
I try not to, but every time my pantry granola stash runs low I have a strange sense of urgency to hurry up and make a new batch. I have no idea why this is, but for some strange reason granola has that effect on me…I guess I just love having it around.
This seasonally-flavored batch is especially wonderful. It’s great as pre-workout fuel, a healthy mid-morning or afternoon snack (especially for my niece who adores it), or a festive addition to brunch for guests who arrive unexpectedly ravenous mid-morning on a Saturday (not that I’m talking to anyone in particular ;) ).
For as much as I eat granola and as many variations that I make of it, I’m surprised that this is only the second recipe for granola that I’m sharing here. Here’s my first granola recipe…but be nice, I had only been blogging for two months then, and my pictures definitely left a lot to be desired, lol!
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 6 tablespoons virgin coconut oil (or avocado oil)
- ¾ cup brown sugar, lightly packed (or coconut sugar)
- 1¼ teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ginger
- ⅛ teaspoon cloves
- ¼ + ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 5 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 cups raw, unsalted sunflower seeds (or any raw, unsalted seeds or nuts)
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Combine the pumpkin, coconut oil, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, whisking occasionally to break up any clumps of brown sugar, and then turn off the heat. Stir together the pumpkin mixture with the oats and sunflower seeds in a large bowl.
- Spread the mixture in an even layer on a large baking sheet and bake for about 40 to 50 minutes or until the moisture is gone and the granola is golden, toasted, and slightly crunchy, stirring every 10 minutes.
- Cool completely, and then store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 months.
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Amy (Savory Moments) says
November 11, 2011 at 6:47 amI love granola and this seasonally spiced version looks very delicious.
Lisa says
November 11, 2011 at 7:40 amThis sounds fantastic—I love granola, and pumpkin spice sounds perfect for this time of year (and I’m imagining it on my greek yogurt)…
Joanne says
November 11, 2011 at 7:54 amI’ve never really gotten into granola, but I bet it’s because I’ve only ever had super sweet storebought flavors. Give me a bowl of this and I’m certain I’d be won over.
danielle says
November 11, 2011 at 8:03 amI am making this today -sounds fabulous!
Rosa says
November 11, 2011 at 8:28 amA great idea. That granola looks irresistible!
Cheers,
Rosa
Priya says
November 11, 2011 at 8:37 amGranola looks superb and irresistible.
Krista says
November 11, 2011 at 9:16 amThis sounds perfect, Faith!!!
Lora says
November 11, 2011 at 9:40 amThis looks simply fantastic. how perfect for fall!
Jessica says
November 11, 2011 at 1:04 pmOk I just bookmarked this recipe. It is forecast to rain this weekend and I think I found the perfect stay-in breakfast + snack. This sounds and looks delicious!!
Evelyne says
November 11, 2011 at 1:56 pmI love granola but have never made any. Maybe I should come over for breakfast at your place ha ha. love the seasonal flavor.
Michelle says
November 11, 2011 at 3:15 pmThis sounds delicious!
FOODESSA says
November 11, 2011 at 4:23 pmI completely agree with your choice of making it less sweet.
This would be perfect on my morning yogurt ;O)
Have a nice weekend Faith.
Ciao for now,
Claudia
Stevie says
November 11, 2011 at 7:34 pmI love granola too! Though we hardly ever have it. Hegui isn’t a “breakfast cereal” kind of guy. Too bad. I’m going to turn to your first granola post now.
Veronica Miller says
November 12, 2011 at 12:43 amI love granola too and always think I’m going to make some when I see a blog for it like this, and then forget! What’s up with that? I like this fall-inspired granola, and I actually think your first granola post is lovely!
tania@mykitchenstories says
November 12, 2011 at 12:48 amOMG is there no end to the way you can use pumpkin?????. I want to try this I love Granola like you can have it anytime
admin says
November 12, 2011 at 9:49 pmTania, There is truly no end to pumpkin’s versatility…like any squash, it is amazing. Hope you enjoy the granola if you try it!
Erika - The Teenage Taste says
November 12, 2011 at 8:27 amOooooh, yummy! This time of year I’m obsessed with anything and everything “spice” flavored!
Carol @ There's Always Thyme to Cook says
November 12, 2011 at 12:20 pmSaving this one, I can see being addicted to pumpkin granola! Thanks, Faith!
Carroll @ Vanilla Lemonade says
November 12, 2011 at 1:14 pmBeen waiting to try Pumpkin Granola all year! Looks like a winning recipe!
Curt says
November 12, 2011 at 5:00 pmThat looks really tasty and crunchy. It sounds relatively easy to do too. My kind of snack!
A Canadian Foodie says
November 12, 2011 at 5:30 pmI love your new look, Faith!
I love the round cutting or serving board. I have been looking for some round ones – dark and light – and thick and rustic – not easy to find, for me. Your recipe looks delicious. I am going to snoop a bit more… there may be some cookie dough recipes I am missing. ;)
Just retired, back from Italy, and don’t plan to miss anymore of your incredible posts!
:)
V
admin says
November 12, 2011 at 9:50 pmValerie, Lol, sorry to disappoint, but I haven’t posted any cookie dough recipes lately. ;) I’ll have to come up with one just for you soon though! Hope you had a wonderful trip! Faith
Lana @ Never Enough Thyme says
November 12, 2011 at 8:12 pmI love making homemade granola. This version sounds just wonderful.
Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says
November 12, 2011 at 10:42 pmYou are so right about the urge of making granola – once my supply is low, I am definitely making this recipe – can’t get enough of pumpkin, anyways :D
Monet says
November 12, 2011 at 11:19 pmThis would be such a great gift to give loved ones for Thanksgiving. I want to make a batch ASAP! Thank you for sharing such an inspiring recipe. I just finished eating but am already hungry again. (I would love a bowl of this and ice-cream) Much love from Austin!
Jeanette says
November 13, 2011 at 12:19 amI’ve been thinking about making pumpkin granola – terrific recipe!
Alyssa (Everyday Maven) says
November 13, 2011 at 12:32 amThis is a granola recipe I would like to try – they are often so sweet I get turned off but this looks delicious!
Betty @ scrambled hen fruit says
November 13, 2011 at 12:34 amI try to keep granola on hand at all times. :) This one looks good, and is different from any I usually make- it’s going to be my next batch for sure! I have some pepitas that I bet would be good in it. :)
danielle says
November 13, 2011 at 11:18 amI wanted to let you know that I featured this on my “What I Bookmarked This Week” post – stop by and see!
kellie@foodtoglow says
November 13, 2011 at 1:14 pmWhat a great seasonal take on a common staple! I do one flavoured with homemade applesauce so I know that moist pumpkin puree will be perfect too. Must try it the next I make granola.
Kate says
November 14, 2011 at 2:51 amI love this – I would have to use butternut squash, but I think the result would be the same.
DessertForTwo says
November 14, 2011 at 5:27 pmOne of my favorite flavors of granola this time of year! Yum!
Carolyn Jung says
November 15, 2011 at 12:05 amI can understand that. Granola is such a staple that your pantry feels off-kilter if it’s missing in action on the shelves. I always have some on hand, too. It’s great for topping yogurt or just munching by the handful.
FitnessSurfer says
November 15, 2011 at 12:47 amI love this recipe. I just bought a bunch of rolled oats to make some granola with except i don’t have a recipe.
LeQuan says
November 15, 2011 at 12:48 amOoh, I’ve never had pumpkin granola before. It does sound intriguing. Great for my kiddies to snack on also.
Susan says
November 15, 2011 at 2:37 pmI just made a batch of granola to tide me over for the next month. I wish I would have seen this recipe first. The pumpkin puree must taste wonderful in it.
Sarah@studiofood says
November 16, 2011 at 10:54 pmWow, my homemade granola obsession just kicked up a notch.
marla {family fresh cooking} says
November 16, 2011 at 11:54 pmHi Faith! I have been meaning to do something like this. I would also go with the coconut oil. Looks wonderful!
Julie M. says
November 17, 2011 at 7:41 amI’m a huge granola fan and start to get a bit antsy when my stash runs low as well. I love the look of this fall inspired breakfast treat! Oh, and your pictures were great even back in the day. It’s fun to see how far you’ve come. :) Have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!
Carole says
November 17, 2011 at 2:40 pmI make a lot of my own granola using two different recipes, but usually always the same base for both. Mine uses 1/4 cup brown sugar and apple juice as the sweeteners, which is what I’d probably stick with, though with pumpkin, a bit more brown sugar might be needed.
I’ll have to try this. Thx!
Yvonne Ferguson says
March 15, 2012 at 10:41 pmLooking forward to trying this granola. Have a vegan friend who has a wheat/gluten allergy and will make it for her! Sounds scrumpdiliiscious! I might even try adding some dried cranberries to it, and pecans. A friend just introduced me to your granola recipe and I think I better check your site out!