Maple Pecan Granola

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Simple Granola made with old fashioned oatmeal,  pecans, and maple syrup

Breakfast is one of my favorite meals of the day. I don’t know if I’ve ever skipped breakfast. I just don’t function well without something in my belly.  This maple pecan granola is my new favorite way to start the day.

This granola will also be a going back to school staple for me. I need to have snacks available for quick eating. Sometimes I don’t have time for lunch so I keep quick eating foods in my office to grab when I have a few minutes.

This granola plus yogurt stocked in the fridge equals a healthy choice for me. 

What if I don’t have pecans?

Not a problem! You can substitute just about any nut – walnuts, cashews, almonds. You can also leave the nuts out altogether. 

Tips for Making Granola

• Use Old Fashioned Oatmeal, or thick Oats. It is a bit thicker and heartier than quick cooking versions.
• Use a large bowl to combine all ingredients
• Cook at a low temperature 
• Stir granola every 15 minutes to avoid burning
• Let fully cool before storing
• Store granola in glass containers or in an airtight container.

Other Great Breakfast Recipes

• Mini Fritattas
• Banana Muffins
• Blueberry Pancakes
• Overnight Steel Cut Oats
• Raspberry Scones

5 from 4 votes

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Maple Pecan Granola

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

1 hr

Total Time

1 hr 10 mins

 

Homemade granola flavored with maple syrup.

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Granola with pecans, granonla with maple syrup, homemade granola

Servings: 5 cups

Calories: 581 kcal

Author: Kathy

Ingredients

• 4 cups Old Fashioned Oats
• 1 1/2 cups pecans chopped
• 3 Tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/3 cup maple syrup

Instructions

1. Pour oats and pecans into a large bowl.
2. In a smaller bowl, add oil and maple syrup.
3. Microwave syrup mixture for 30-45 seconds, just until warmed.
4. Pour syrup mixture over oats.
5. Stir oats.
6. Pour oats onto a large greased baking sheet.
7. Bake at 300 degrees for 45-60 minutes stirring every 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Maple Pecan Granola

Amount Per Serving

Calories 581 Calories from Fat 306

% Daily Value*

Fat 34g52%

Saturated Fat 9g56%

Sodium 5mg0%

Potassium 404mg12%

Carbohydrates 62g21%

Fiber 9g38%

Sugar 14g16%

Protein 11g22%

Vitamin A 15IU0%

Vitamin C 0.3mg0%

Calcium 78mg8%

Iron 3.5mg19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.