How to Make Maple Pecan Granola with Dried Fruit - A Step-by-Step Guide

Granola is a versatile and delicious breakfast option that can also be enjoyed as a midday snack or as a topping for yogurt or smoothie bowls. With its delightful combination of crunchy oats, nutty pecans, and sweet maple syrup, this Maple Pecan Granola with Dried Fruit recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. It's easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences, making it a perfect addition to your meal prep routine.

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Ingredients

  • 6 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 ½ cups finely chopped pecans
  • ½ cup finely chopped almonds
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup pure maple syrup
  • ⅓ cup boiling water
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ¾ cup minced dates
  • ¾ cup minced raisins
  • ⅔ cup minced dried cranberries

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 10 cups

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Mix oats, pecans, and almonds together in a bowl. Whisk oil, maple syrup, and water together in a measuring cup and pour over oat mixture; stir until evenly coated. Spread oat mixture onto 2 baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes; stir and continue baking for 12 minutes more. Stir and bake until granola is golden brown, about 12 minutes more. Cool to room temperature.
  • Mix cinnamon and cardamom together in a container with a lid; add dates, raisins, and cranberries. Cover container and shake until fruit is coated. Stir dried fruit into cooled granola.
  • Nutrition

    278 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 3mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 38mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 240mg