There’s something about the first crisp mornings of fall that makes me want to fill my kitchen with cozy scents – cinnamon, nutmeg, roasted nuts, and everything pumpkin spice. And honestly? Granola is one of my favorite ways to bottle up that autumn feeling. This Pumpkin Spice Granola is crunchy, cozy, and packed with warm flavors. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, spiced and toasty, with big clusters that are irresistible by the handful. Plus, it’s easy to make in bulk, so youll have a jar full of fall magic ready to sprinkle on everything.

Pumpkin Spice Granola

Why Make Granola at Home?

Not only does homemade granola smell incredible, but it also:

Lets you control the sweetness and ingredients.

Helps reduce pacakaging waste.

Makes it easy to use up pantry staples like oats, nuts, and even leftover pumpkin purée.

How to Enjoy It

  • On top of yogurt with warm cinnamon apples.
  • As a crunchy topping for smoothie bowls.
  • Sprinkle it over baked apples (perhaps with a side of vanilla ice cream) for a sweet and crunchy dessert.
  • Or – my personal favorite – straight out of the jar.
This pumpkin spice granola isn’t just breakfast – it’s a jar of cozy fall moments you can reach for any time. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet morning coffee or need a quick snack, it’s the kind of recipe that makes the season feel just a little more special.

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Pumpkin Spice Granola

Pumpkin Spice Granola

Warm, crunchy, and full of autumn spices, this Pumpkin Spice Granola is perfect for cozy fall mornings. Made with oats, nuts, and pumpkin purée, it's a versatile snack that's delicious on yogurt, smoothie bowls, baked fruit, or straight from the jar!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned, not quick oats)
  • 1 cup raw nuts pecans and/or walnuts
  • ½ cup shredded coconut
  • ½ cup soy crispies or puffed quinoa (optional, for extra protein and crunch)
  • ¼ cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • 2 tsp pumpkin spice
  • ¼-½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup pumpkin purée
  • cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup coconut oil (melted) or almond butter
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup dried fruit (cranberries, raisins or chopped dates), optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 150℃ / 300℉. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix dry ingredients: In a big bowl, combine oats, nuts, seeds, coconut, soy crispies, pumpkin spice and salt.
    3 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned, not quick oats), 1 cup raw nuts pecans and/or walnuts, ½ cup shredded coconut, ½ cup soy crispies or puffed quinoa (optional, for extra protein and crunch), ¼ cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds), 2 tsp pumpkin spice, ¼-½ tsp salt
  • Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk/blend together pumpkin purée, maple syrup, melted coconut oil/almond butter, and vanilla until smooth.
    ½ cup pumpkin purée, ⅓ cup maple syrup, ¼ cup coconut oil (melted) or almond butter, 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Combine: Pour wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir well until everything is coated.
  • Bake: Spread mixture evenly on the baking sheet. Press down lightly with a spatula (this helps form clusters).
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes, stirring once halfway.
  • Cool completely before breaking into clusters (it crisps up as it cools).
  • Add dried fruit after cooling. Store in an airtight jar.
    ½ cup dried fruit (cranberries, raisins or chopped dates), optional

Notes

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