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Crunchy Fall Spiced Granola Recipe

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in white dress Jessica Randhawa
August 22, 2021
4.78 from 9 votes


Last Updated August 24, 2021 | 0 Comments

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This Crunchy Fall Spiced Granola is filled with all your favorite fall flavors and is made with healthy ingredients like rolled oats, quinoa, apples, dried fruit, nuts, and seeds. Enjoy this easy, healthy, and homemade spiced granola for breakfast, dessert, or as a festive grab-and-go snack.

Image of a white bowl filled with granola that's been toasted with autumn spices, milk, and pomegranate arils.

Crunchy Fall Spiced Granola Recipe

Granola has always been a huge favorite of mine. Served with yogurt, milk, ice cream, or just plain and by the handful, I have granola to thank for surviving the newborn weeks after my son was born (it’s the perfect snack solution when you only have one hand available for eating).

This (typically) sugar-packed breakfast food is loved by my whole family. It’s there for breakfast, snacks, desserts, or even dinners when the family is away and I just have myself to feed.

While I’ve always loved granola, my true obsession began when I was living in Germany. My host family always kept at least 3 varieties in the house. As the Au Pair, I was responsible for the grocery shopping, which meant that I got to pick my favorites.

Upon returning home 6 months later, I learned that this granola I thought to be “healthy” was actually not healthy at all (I couldn’t read the labels on the box). Anyway, turns out that it wasn’t just the beer, wine, sausage, and cheese that helped me gain 10 pounds in 6 months, but actually the GRANOLA!

Long story (somewhat) short, it was time to make my own homemade granola.

First I made this fabulous  Naturally Sweetened Oat Granola and then I made this festive and fun crunchy fall spiced granola recipe. Less sugar, super easy, and completely customizable.

Overhead image of a table with a canister of spiced granola, bowl of pomegranate arils, cup of milk, and bowl filled with a spoon and a serving of crunchy fall spiced granola.

How to make Spiced Granola

Here’s how to make this yummy, warming spiced granola with pumpkin and apples,

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the oats, cooked quinoa, chopped pecans, walnuts, pepitas, dried cranberries, golden raisins, and chopped apples. Toss everything together and mix well. Set aside.
  3. Melt the butter in a small saucepan. Brown the butter until small caramel-colored specks appear in the bottom of the pan. Whisk the browned specks from the bottom of the pan and immediately remove the pan from the heat. Allow the butter to rest for 1 minute before whisking in the maple syrup, brown sugar, and pumpkin puree.
  4. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt to the pot and whisk well to combine. Finally, stir in the vanilla.
  5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients. Thoroughly mix to combine.
  6. Spread the mixed granola over the two lined baking sheets and sprinkle with the uncooked quinoa. Drizzle with approximately 1 tablespoon of honey per sheet.
  7. Bake for 45-60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even cooking.
  8. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely before storing. Store your leftover granola in an airtight container for up to one week in the refrigerator.

Image of a hand holding a white bowl filled with granola that's been toasted with autumn spices, and pomegranate arils.

How to Serve Fall Spiced Granola

There are many excellent ways to enjoy this homemade granola. Of course, a bowl filled with milk is my go-to for breakfast. Sometimes I’ll add pomegranate arils or sliced banana for a little added extra sweetness. If you hate milk, yogurt is a great alternative. 

Looking for something a little sweeter? This spiced granola recipe really loves ice cream. It’s like pie, but healthier.

More great ways to enjoy this recipe include:

  • Dip apple slices in peanut or almond butter and then dip in your granola. One of my favorite post-workout snacks.
  • Sprinkled over smoothie bowls (like this acai bowl or Healthy Pumpkin Smoothie).
  • Add it to hot oatmeal for a crunchy sweet surprise.

Image of a table with a canister of spiced granola, bowl of pomegranate arils, cup of milk, and bowl filled with a spoon and a serving of crunchy fall spiced granola with milk.

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Have you tried making this Crunchy Fall Spiced Granola Recipe?

Tell me about it in the comments below! I always love to hear your thoughts. And tag me #theforkedspoon on Instagram if you’ve made any of my recipes, I always love to see what you’re cooking in the kitchen.

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Crunchy Fall Spiced Granola Recipe

4.78 from 9 votes
AuthorAuthor: Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in white dress Jessica Randhawa
This Crunchy Fall Spiced Granola is filled with all your favorite fall flavors and is made with healthy ingredients like rolled oats, quinoa, apples, dried fruit, nuts, and seeds. Enjoy this easy, healthy and homemade spiced granola for breakfast, dessert, or as a festive grab and go snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 55 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 649 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 4 cups old fashioned oats
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • ¾ cup chopped pecans
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup pepitas
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup golden raisins - or regular raisins
  • 3 apples - cored and chopped
  • 5 tablespoon butter - divided
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup brown sugar - packed
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoon uncooked quinoa
  • honey
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Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl combine the oats, cooked quinoa, chopped pecans, walnuts, pepitas, dried cranberries, golden raisins, and chopped apples. Toss well and set aside.
  • Add the butter to a small saucepot set over medium heat. Melt and heat the butter until just browned. Whisk the browned specks off the bottom of the pot and immediately remove from heat. Allow the butter to rest for 1 minute before slowly adding the maple syrup, brown sugar, and pumpkin puree.
  • Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt to the pot and whisk well to combine. Finally, stir in the vanilla.
  • Slowly pour the sweet maple syrup mixture over the dry ingredients and thoroughly mix to combine.
  • Spread the mixed granola over the two lined baking sheets and sprinkle with the uncooked quinoa. Drizzle with approximately 1 tablespoon of honey per sheet.
  • Transfer the baking sheets to the oven and bake for 45-60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even cooking.
  • Remove granola from the oven and allow it to cool completely before storing. Stores well in an airtight container for up to one week in the refrigerator.

Jessica's Notes

Top your warm, just-out-of-the-oven granola with a scoop of ice cream for an easy fall-spiced dessert!
The pomegranates are optional, but hightly recommended! 
Originally published October 23, 2017

Nutritional Information

Calories: 649kcal | Carbohydrates: 94g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 366mg | Potassium: 618mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 2640IU | Vitamin C: 4.4mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 4.4mg

(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.)

Keyword Granola, Granola Recipe, Pumpkin Granola, Spiced Granola
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About Jessica

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in white dress

Chef Jessica Randhawa leads The Forked Spoon. A world traveler, Jessica developed her passion for culinary arts while adventuring. With her recipes making their way onto renowned platforms such as Women's Health, Daily Mail, Al Jazeera, and Fox News, she's marked her presence in the culinary world. Jessica's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science from the University of California.

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Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in white dress

About Jessica Randhawa

Chef Jessica Randhawa leads The Forked Spoon. A world traveler, Jessica developed her passion for culinary arts while adventuring. With her recipes making their way onto renowned platforms such as Women's Health, Daily Mail, Al Jazeera, and Fox News, she's marked her presence in the culinary world. Jessica's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science from the University of California.

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