Cinnamon Pecan Granola
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Homemade Cinnamon Pecan Granola is a staple in my home. Granola is a wonderful way to bulk up your morning yogurt, to make granola parfaits and to munch on by the handful if you need a quick snack.
Homemade granola comes without the added “mystery ingredients” of the store-bought versions and it tastes 1000 times better, too. You’ll also save a little coin, especially compared to the boutique granolas (these can run up to $10 per pound!). If you have never made granola at home prepare to be amazed at just how easy it is to make with very little prep or cook time required.
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Cinnamon Pecan Granola is my “go-to” recipe. It’s not too sweet, has a hint of orange and pairs so well with fresh fruit, yogurt and ice cream if you are so inclined.
I adapted this recipe from an unknown source (copied from a website years ago). I am happy to give credit to the original source if the source can be determined.
Cinnamon Pecan Granola
Ingredients
- 5 cups oats, old fashioned rolled
- 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 tbsp. cinnamon
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, liquid measure (OK to substitute canola or sunflower oil)
- 1/2 cup powdered instant nonfat milk
- zest of 1 orange
- 1 tsp. vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
- Combine oats and nuts in a large bowl.
- Combine salt, cinnamon, brown sugar, orange juice, coconut oil and powdered milk in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Pour cinnamon mixture over oats and nuts. Stir to combine (make sure oats are well coated).
- Spread mixture on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes. Stir every 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool completely. Store in tightly covered container.
Notes
- Nutritional information is estimated.
Nutritional Estimate
Nutritional information is provided as a reference, using an online calculator. We recommend verifying the information independently for accuracy.
