Easy Pecan Granola with a Hint of Orange

Easy Pecan Granola with a Hint of Orange

If you’ve never made granola at home before, then I suggest you give this recipe a try. It’s super simple and you probably have all of the ingredients in your pantry. It keeps for a couple of weeks and also freezes well.

Simple Granola with Pecans and Cranberries

 Easy Pecan Granola with a Hint of Orange

Makes about 6 cups

1/2 cup of canola oil
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup pecans, coarsely chopped 
2 cups large old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut 
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Directions: 

Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a small bowl add the canola oil, honey, maple syrup and vanilla. 

In a large bowl, add the remaining ingredients except the dried cranberries. 

Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and mix well. 

Spread out evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake 18 to 20 minutes until lightly golden.  

Remove from oven and mix in the dried cranberries.  

Store in an airtight container and use within two weeks, or freeze.  

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