Pumpkin Seed Granola
Delicious and Easy Homemade Granola
Homemade granola is so comforting and easy to make, ready to sprinkle over yogurt, enjoy with milk, or simply snack on by the handful. This pumpkin seed granola brings together toasty oats, dried cherries, and a touch of sweetness, with pumpkin seeds as the star ingredient. It’s a cozy blend that feels equally at home in a fall breakfast spread or as an everyday pantry staple. Making your own means you get full control over the flavors, textures, and ingredients, no hidden extras, just wholesome goodness.
The Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin seeds aren't just delicious, they’re also incredibly nourishing. They’re naturally rich in plant-based protein, healthy fats, and minerals like magnesium and zinc, which support overall wellness and energy. Their nutty, slightly earthy flavor pairs beautifully with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, giving your granola both flavor and substance. Adding them to your mix also creates the perfect crunchy bite that makes every spoonful satisfying.
The beauty of this recipe is in its simplicity. With just a few pantry staples, you can whip up a batch of golden, crunchy granola that tastes far fresher than anything store-bought. A drizzle of maple syrup or honey helps bind the oats and seeds together while adding natural sweetness, and a touch of coconut oil gives it that irresistible crisp texture. Once baked, you can enjoy it plain or toss in dried fruit, dark chocolate chunks, or even coconut flakes to make it your own. This is the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again, especially when you want something easy and nourishing.
How to Make Homemade Granola With Pumpkin Seeds
To start this recipe, make sure to heat your oven to 325 degrees.
Prepare Wet Ingredients: After that, melt the liquids together in a small saucepan. Maple syrup, coconut oil, almond butter and vanilla come together to make a sweet, sticky sauce to hold together all the dry ingredients.
Combine Everything: Grab a glass bowl and add the oats, pumpkin seeds and buckwheat flour and mix. Add in the liquids and use a fork to fully combine.
Bake: Spread the granola evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet and place in the oven for about 20 minutes, mixing around once about halfway through.
Cool and Add Your Favorite Toppings: Take the granola out of the oven and allow it to cool. At this point, add any dried fruit or chocolate. I used dried cherries, but feel free to switch it up with whatever you like!
Recipe: Pumpkin Seed Granola
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup oats
- 1 Cup pumpkin seed
- 1 Cup buckwheat flour
- ¼ Cup coconut oil
- ¼ Cup maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp almond butter
- 1 Tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ Cup dried cherries
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine coconut oil, maple syrup, almond butter and vanilla extract. Mix everything together until melted and combined.
In a glass bowl, mix together oats, pumpkin seeds and buckwheat. Pour in liquids and stir until completely combined.
Transfer the granola mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place this in the oven for about 20 minutes, mixing around once about halfway through.
Once crispy and golden, take this out of the oven and allow it to cool. At this point, add in dried cherries and store in a glass jar. Enjoy!
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