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Pumpkin Spice Granola [with Protein]

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The BEST Pumpkin Spice Granola packed with nutritious ingredients and protein to keep you going all morning long.

Pumpkin Spice Granola with Protein [Fit Mitten Kitchen]

Guys! I PASSED MY PERSONAL TRAINING EXAM YESTERDAY. *phew* Now that the test is over with, let’s make some granola!

I’ve made granola a handful of times, but this Pumpkin Spice Granola is definitely a new favorite. It’s hard to go wrong with any homemade granola really. The smell of cinnamon and vanilla filling up your whole house, magnificent. The smell alone of granola baking in the oven should be enough to make you never want to buy it in the store again. But I will admit there are still times when I walk past the granola aisle and get tempted, especially when fancy brands are on sale 😉 One time I literally had to call my best friend and have her talk me OUT of getting something at the grocery store “just because it was on sale” and she reminded me that it would be on sale again. She convinced me to put it back. True friends have your back like that. I’m a freak, this I know.

Pumpkin Spice Granola

Pumpkin Spice Granola [Fit Mitten Kitchen]

But trust me… one time of making this and you’ll go right past the granola aisle next time without a second look. PUT DOWN THE GRANOLA BAG, and just walk away. Oh but then make sure you go pick up all the goodies while you’re there to make your own.

What you need

  • Gluten-Free Old Fashioned Oats
  • Gluten-Free Quick Cooking Oats
  • Unsweetened Flaked Coconut
  • Raw Almond Butter
  • Grade B Maple Syrup
  • Chia Seeds
  • Raw Almonds
  • Raw Pepitas (Shelled Pumpkin Seeds)
  • Pumpkin Spice
  • Protein Powder (which can be optional)

Pumpkin Spice Granola with Protein [Fit Mitten Kitchen]

All these wholesome ingredients come together to make one ridiculously satisfying granola. I was literally snacking out of the container in the pantry last night before going to bed. IT IS SO ADDICTING. But in the best way. I usually enjoy mine over plain yogurt with cinnamon. But if plain isn’t your game, I would pair it with some Siggi’s Vanilla Skyr. OH MY DEAR it is amazing. Siggi’s has my heart. For reals.

Pumpkin Spice Granola [Fit Mitten Kitchen]

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Pumpkin Spice Granola [with Protein]

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  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Yield: About 6 Cups 1x
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Description

The BEST Pumpkin Spice Granola packed with nutritious ingredients and protein to keep you going all morning long. Gluten-free and dairy-free!

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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300F degrees and line large baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
  2. In a small bowl, combine chia seeds with water. Set aside for a few minutes so “gel” can form while preparing rest of ingredients.
  3. In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, quick oats, protein powder if using, pumpkin spice, cinnamon,  almonds, pumpkin seeds, and coconut. Stir until well combined.
  4. In a small bowl, combine almond butter and maple syrup and stir until well combined.
  5. Add almond butter mixture and chia seed gel to large bowl of dry ingredients, stir until the dry mixture is well coated.
  6. Spread mixture on prepared baking sheet until almost flat, leaving clumps sporadically.
    Bake granola in increments for a total of 40-45 minutes, stirring/flipping the granola gently at 15 minutes, then again at 12 minutes, then again at 12-15 minutes*
  7. Remove granola from oven and allow to cool completely, do not stir again. While the granola cools, the air will help set the crunchy texture.
  8. Store in airtight container. Granola should stay fresh up to 3 weeks.

Notes

*You may use all old-fashioned oats, but I had read somewhere in order to get the clumps, it helps to mix old-fashioned rolled oats with quick-cooking. I am happy with these results. I used Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free for both.
*Feel free to use regular oats if not avoiding gluten
*Protein powder is optional, and you do not need to supplement with additional ingredients if not using. Protein count will change depending on if using, or which protein powder you decide to use. If you decide to use a vegan based protein powder, I’d love to hear your results!
*For more clumps, do not stir after first increment of 15 minutes. But watch granola closely for browning. I flipped mine gently at the first and second increments, leaving large clumps. Then at the final increment, I stirred just slightly.

  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 6
  • Fat: 11
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 9

Keywords: pumpkin granola, pumpkin spice recipes

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So I hope you all have your grocery list ready for today then. 😉 This Pumpkin Spice Granola would be PERFECT for meal prepping later today, and then you’d be all set for brekky this week!

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Comments

  1. Lauren | Just a Pinch says

    Congratulations on passing your exam! So, so exciting and you should be really proud of yourself! I was at the grocery store yesterday (buying all the essentials now that I’m finally in Seattle!) and granola was super expensive. I told my mom “I’ll just make some” so this recipe came at the perfect time 🙂

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    • Ashley says

      Thanks, Lauren!! So exciting you finally made it to Seattle!! YAY. Your drive across country looked awesome though. My bestest friend lives near there and it was such a cool place to visit. One of my favorite things had to be the coffee shack drive-thrus! 😀 Have fun getting settled and hopefully making some granola 😉 <3

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    • Ashley says

      Thanks, Christina! It is definitely hard not to fall into the convenience of buying it in store. But seriously once you get in the habit of making your own, you won’t even feel the need to buy it again! Let me know if you end up giving this one a try! 🙂

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    • Ashley says

      It really does work so well! and I think the chia “egg” works as an additional binder, but an egg white could actually be used if not worried about keeping it vegan 🙂 Thanks, Carly!

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    • Ashley says

      Thanks, Julie! For this recipe I used MRM All Natural Whey, Vanilla. But if you’re looking for a vegan option, I am betting Aloha’s Vanilla Protein would work pretty well. I’m not 100% sure if I’d recommend a brown rice protein powder (I use Sunwarrior), as those can have a pretty chalky taste sometimes, and I wouldn’t want to overpower the other flavors. Hopefully that was helpful and not too much info! Haha 🙂
      And thank you for the compliment on my blog! 😀

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    • Ashley says

      Lol Pragati 🙂 it took me a while to finally make my own as well! But once you start, you can’t stop 😉 I love pepitas too! They add such a nice crunch, especially to salads!

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  12. Chrissa - Physical Kitchness says

    ASHLEY how did you know my birthday is coming up and that I wanted a big box of your pumpkin granola sent directly to my doorstep? Ok, I’m lying – my bday isn’t close but you can still send me a box of this pumpkin-amazingness. And if not, then I’ll just make it myself because basically I need this in my belly.

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    • Ashley says

      hahaha <3 You know, I could actually make that happen, birthday or not. I've totally sent treats via postal service. I need to make more anyway because I'm all out 😉

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  13. Doreen says

    Ashley this looks so good and so does the board it is setting on (nice job Drew). I actually have all the ingredients in my pantry, with the exception of pumpkin seeds. Im going to make this for my 31 bag party I’m having soon 🙂

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