Maple Nut Pumpkin Spice Granola with Chia and Hemp Seeds
Crunchy Maple Nut Pumpkin Spice Granola, sweetened with maple syrup, has added protein, antioxidants and essential fatty acids from chia and hemp seeds. A healthy way to start your day!
5cupsrolled oats,old-fashioned oats, gluten-free if necessary
1cuppecans,coarsely chopped
1cupwalnuts,coarsely chopped
½cupunsweetened coconut,optional
½cuppumpkin seeds,coarsely chopped
2tablespoonchia seeds
2tablespoonhemp hearts
2tablespoonpumpkin spice mix
3tablespooncoconut oil,melted
⅓cuppure maple syrup
¼cuphoney
Instructions
Measure dry ingredients into a large bowl and stir to combine.
Combine melted coconut oil, maple syrup and honey. Stir into the dry ingredients until well coated.
Spread out on a baking sheet (you may need two). Bake at 250°F. for 30 - 45 minutes, stirring part way through, until lightly browned and crisp.
Remove from oven and let cool. When completely cool, add dried fruit like cranberries, raisins, dried cherries, if you'd like. Store in an airtight container. It will last for a month or more.
Notes
If you'd like it spicier, add another tablespoon of Pumpkin Spice Mix.To keep this recipe vegan, use maple syrup as a sweetener.