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Maple Pecan Granola

Maple pecan granola is a crunchy, nutty blend of oats, pecans, and warm spices, sweetened with rich maple syrup. Perfect for breakfast or snacking, it offers a delicious balance of flavors and textures, ideal with yogurt or milk.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 18 people
Calories 202 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup ground flax seed  
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • ⅓ cup canola oil
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ⅔ cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 4 cups old-fashioned oats

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the oats, pecans, walnuts, flax seeds, and cinnamon.
  • In a separate small bowl, mix together the canola oil, maple syrup, maple flavoring, and salt.
    This image shows a small bowl with canola oil, maple syrup, maple flavoring, and salt being mixed together until smooth.
  • Pour the wet ingredients over the oat mixture, stirring until everything is well coated.
    This image shows the wet ingredients being poured over the oat mixture in the large bowl, with everything being stirred until well coated.
  • Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake until the granola turns a light golden brown, about 40 minutes.
  • Let it cool completely before breaking it into chunks.
    This image shows the granola spread out on a baking sheet, turning a light golden brown in the oven after baking for about 40 minutes.

Notes

  • For a more intense maple flavor, consider using pure maple extract.
  • Add dried fruits like cranberries or raisins after baking for extra sweetness.