This Cinnamon Maple Granola is the perfect recipe to herald the incoming fall season! Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and dried blueberries, it will fill your home with the most delicious fall scents as you pull it out of the oven.

This granola has been a favorite of mine ever since I started making my meals from scratch. It pairs so well with my creamy homemade yogurt, a perfect staple for breakfast or a midday snack. Not to mention, it’s super easy to whip up! All you need is a couple pantry items and an oven, and voila! You have yourself some delicious granola in less than an hour.

Cinnamon Maple Granola Ingredients

• 4 cups of rolled oats
• 3/4 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup of dried blueberries
• 1 tbsp flax seed
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 cup of maple syrup

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
• Mix all of your dry ingredients together in a large bowl (oats, nuts, dried fruit, flax seed, cinnamon, and salt)
• Melt the coconut oil before adding to the mix
• Add the remainder of the ingredients (brown sugar, maple syrup) and mix until well incorporated
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread granola evenly across the surface
• Bake for 30-40 mins or until lightly browned
• Remove from the oven and allow to cool before breaking it into chunks

The Why Behind the Ingredients

After the first time I made granola, I started to understand that there’s really no right or wrong way to do it. I’ve landed on this recipe since the combination of pecans and maple and cinnamon carry with them those nostalgic fall flavors that I’m after. But if you have some other nuts not listed here in your pantry, there’s no harm in personalizing this recipe!

I start with four cups of old-fashioned rolled oats. That might sound like a lot to you, but trust me, we always end up eating all of this granola within a week or two. I like adding chopped walnuts and pecans because they are both nutrient-dense and rich in antioxidants, popular for their anti-inflammatory properties. The dried blueberries add both color and a hint of tangy flavor.

I love finding ways to sneak healthy grains into my family’s diet. That’s why I added a tablespoon of flaxseed. Flaxseed is jam-packed with fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, which are both essential to your digestive health and can even help lower cholesterol.

To sweeten, I use a combination of maple syrup and a little bit of brown sugar. I’ve found that just adding a tablespoon of brown sugar helps to hold this granola together and make it a little more crispy.

How Long Before My Cinnamon Maple Granola Expires?

If stored in an airtight container (I always just store mine in two large mason jars) and kept in a cool, dry place, your cinnamon maple granola can last anywhere from 2-3 weeks!

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