Pumpkin Spice Granola Clusters Crunchy Fall Treat

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup pumpkin seeds
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans
• 0.5 cup honey or maple syrup
• 0.5 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree
• 0.25 cup coconut oil, melted
• 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries or raisins (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, pumpkin seeds, and chopped pecans.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey (or maple syrup), pumpkin puree, melted coconut oil, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and sea salt until well blended.
4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients, stirring until everything is evenly coated.
5. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, pressing it down firmly to create a compact layer.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown, rotating the baking sheet halfway through for even cooking.
7. Remove from the oven and let the granola cool completely on the baking sheet. It will harden as it cools.
8. Once cooled, break the granola into clusters. If using, stir in dried cranberries or raisins at this stage.
9. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.