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    Healthy Little Cravings » Recipes » snacks » Healthy Pumpkin Granola With Chocolate And Pecans

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    Healthy Pumpkin Granola With Chocolate And Pecans

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    The reason why I started sharing recipes here on the blog two years and a half ago, is because every time I made something delicious I felt so much happiness inside.
    I mean, when I discovered new flavors or combinations, I was EXCITED AF! And you know that "happiness when shared, is doubled", right?
    This is also the case of this healthy pumpkin granola with pecans and chocolate chunks: it simply made me freaking happy!

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    If I had the choose a word to describe it? Well, I'd choose spectacular. It lasted a couple of hours only, indeed (lol "shame" on me!)

    Just made pumpkin granola into a bowl
    This pumpkin granola has all the best flavors: pecans, chocolate and cinnamon!

    Oh, Fall flavors...

    Told you, this is just spectacular.
    You know why? When I tried it straight out of the oven, I was not that excited (ehy, I'm being honest).
    BUT then I had a brilliant idea: adding a sprinkle of cinnamon [that literally changed the taste, a change for the better of course], some pecans for extra flavor and...chocolate chunks. THAT was the cherry on top.

    I added them a few minutes after taking the tray out of the oven, so the granola was still warm. Best idea ever: the chunks melted a bit and gave that touch of sweetness that was missing.
    I mean, most delicious healthy granola ever.

    That's all, there's nothing more to say. It speaks for itself.

    Pumpkin granola into a jar flat-lay
    Best Fall breakfast ever!

    They say that when you are excited about something, people can tell. I really hope that through these words you can feel my excitement for this healthy pumpkin granola ('cause yes, believe it or not, it's healthy) and you immediately go to the kitchen and try it.

    Enjoy this homemade granola with some milk or yogurt!

    Pumpkin granola from scratch into a jar
    Ever tried pumpkin and chocolate? You don't know what you're missing!

    How to make a Fall pumpkin granola using one bowl [in 2 steps]

    This granola is one of the easiest breakfast ever to prepare.

    What I love about it is that you can make it in advance (a batch!), you need simple ingredients and just one bowl. Plus it's crunchy and a combination of nutrition and indulgence.

    Only 2 steps separate you from the most perfect Fall granola:

    • In a bowl, combine oats, pumpkin puree, almond butter, brown sugar or agave, coconut oil (softened) and salt. Mix well.
    All the ingredients to make pumpkin granola
    How to make pumpkin granola? Easy: combine...
    • Form chunks and spread it over a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake at 350° F.

    How to make granola clusters

    The secret to large chunks of granola that stick together even though you add milk?
    Well, of course you need something to "hold" ingredients together: something sticky. It can be egg whites or something sugary: remember that when sugar caramelize, it makes ingredients to stick together and form those clusters!

    Easy, uh?

    Pumpkin granola on a baking tray ready to be baked
    ...then spread on a baking tray and bake!

    How long does this homemade pumpkin granola last?

    Two hours, in my case lol

    Ok, no, joking aside. You can store it into an airtight container for a couple of days. The day after, it should still be crunchy. The more days you wait, the less crunchy it will be.
    Pay attention though: it has fresh pumpkin purée in it, better to consume it fast!

    Pouring milk over pumpkin granola
    Serve with hot milk!

    If you make this recipe, please be sure to give it a rating and leave a comment! It would make me so happy!  🙂

    Remember: if you try one of my recipes, tag me on Instagram or DM me the photos! 


    Don’t forget to pin and share this easy and delicious recipe!

    Pumpkin granola from scratch into a jar

    HEALTHY PUMPKIN GRANOLA

    Looking for an easy and delicious breakfast? This healthy pumpkin granola is perfect!
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 people

    Ingredients

    • 100 gr Oats
    • 150 gr Pumpkin purée
    • 40 gr Homemade almond butter
    • one tablespoon Raw brown sugar or Agave syrup
    • 15 gr Coconut oil (softened) or butter
    • a pinch Salt
    • 30 gr Pecans
    • Cinnamon powder
    • 40 gr Dark chocolate chunks

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven at 175°C (approximately 350°F) and line a large baking tray with baking paper.
    • In a big bowl, combine oats, pumpkin puree (you can find the recipe here), almond butter, brown sugar or agave, coconut oil (softened) and salt. Mix well.
    • Spread granola on the tray and bake for 45 minutes until golden. Check after 25 minutes or so, to prevent burning.
    • Take it out of the oven and after 5 minutes add pecans, cinnamon and chocolate (so it'll melt a bit) and stir roughly.
    • Let it cool. Store in airtight container for a few days.
    Tried this recipe?Mention @roberta.dallalba on Instagram or DM me!

    Liked this recipe?
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    • Extra crunchy buckwheat granola with lemon and almonds 
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