This recipe for homemade chocolate pecan pumpkin granolaĀ is loaded with nutty pecans and studded with mini chocolate chips for the perfect hint of chocolatey goodness. Vegan + gluten-free.Ā
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There’s really nothing better than making a big batch ofĀ Ā homemade pumpkin granola on a fall day. Not only does it make the houseĀ smell amazing, butĀ it’s so awesome to have on hand for snacks throughout the week.
Isaac is on the road a ton and we’ve found that granola is an easy snack option that he can take with him in the truck.
He can use it as a topping for yogurt, eat it by the handful when things get busy or add granola to a jar of peanut butter and eat it by the spoonful. The granola peanut butter trick isĀ somewhat of a new thing he’s been doing. I’ve had peanut butter and granola together — mainly as a topping for yogurt and smoothie bowls, but I’ve never poured granola into a jar of nut butter and eaten it with a spoon. Not going to lie, it sounds amazing so I’ll have to try it soon.
Anyhow, given the granola snacking situationĀ we have on our hands, I’ve been making more granola at home and this recipe is my latest creation.
I love the combo of pumpkin, maple and pecan on it’s own, but the chocolate chips give the granola a little hint of extra sweetness and make it tad more decadent. You add themĀ to the granola right after baking, while the oat mixture is still warm, so they get melty andĀ coat the oats and nuts a bit. It can get a little messy, but it’s so worth it!
If you really want to get the full pumpkin granola experience, I highly recommending making this pumpkin pie yogurt bowl with yogurt, pumpkin puree, homemade granola and a drizzle of nut butter. It’s SO good!
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This recipe for homemade chocolate pecan pumpkin granolaĀ is loaded with nutty pecans and studded with mini chocolate chips for the perfect hint of chocolatey goodness. Vegan + gluten-free.Ā
Ingredients
- 3 cups old fashioned rolled oats (gluten-free, if needed)
- 1 1/2 cup raw pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/3 cup mini vegan chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325Ā°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet or baking stone with parchment paper.
- Mix all ingredients except the chocolate chips in a large bowl.
- Spread mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the center of the oven for 40-50 minutes or until oats are golden brown, dry and crisp. Allow the granola to cool for about 5 minutes, then sprinkle the chocolate chips over granola while it continues to cool. The chocolate chips will melt a bit.
- Once granola is completely cool, transfer to an airtight container (I use a mason jar) and store in a cool place. I like keeping mine in the fridge so it lasts longer and stays extra crunchy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 49 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: chocolate pecan pumpkin granola, pumpkin, granola, pecan, nutty, chocolate, chocolate chip, fall food, breakfast
If you make this chocolate pecan pumpkin granolaĀ let me know how it turns out in the comment section or share a photo on social media. Just be sure to tag me (@eatingbirdfood + #eatingbirdfood) so that I see it!
Krystina says
September 26, 2010 at 6:11 pmYou looked beautiful. š
Sarena (The Non Dairy Queen) says
September 26, 2010 at 7:07 pmLooks like a great event! The granola looks delicious. I definitely prefer making granola over buying it…store bought is always way too sweet for me.
Lauren says
September 26, 2010 at 7:55 pmWhat a fun evening! Wine, good food, and cute dresses. Gotta love those nights out.
The granola sounds incredible!! I love making my own granola but I never seem to have the time.
Enjoy your night Brittany. š
Stephanie says
September 26, 2010 at 9:09 pmI love love love Aveda products! The salon I go to in the Fan uses them and they are seriously the best! Looks like a fun night š
BroccoliHut says
September 26, 2010 at 9:17 pmYou’ve got me craving granola now…munch, munch.
hippierunner says
September 26, 2010 at 9:24 pmHome-made granola is soo good! So cool that you guys won haircuts; sounds like that will be so fun!
Monet says
September 26, 2010 at 10:06 pmA beautiful bowl of homemade granola, a lovely event in an idyllic spot, and a STUNNING girl to top the post off. Thanks for sharing your experience with us. I wish I could have attended. And congrats on winning!
Baking Serendipity says
September 26, 2010 at 11:50 pmI love homemade granola and pumpkin…what a great recipe š Heading to check out your pumpkin pie overnight oats next…I think I have some time to set up a bowl before bed and am willing to bet it would be the perfect way to start my Monday š
Megan says
September 27, 2010 at 8:54 amWhat a wonderful evening! And…you know I am loving the pumpkin goodness! YUM!
Holly @ couchpotatoathlete says
September 27, 2010 at 9:09 amWhat a fun evening! You look so happy š
I’ve never made granola and I love your fall take on it!
Sues says
September 27, 2010 at 10:56 amWow, a wine frappe sounds amazing!! And this granola seriously looks out of this world!! I need to make some of that! š
Steph says
September 27, 2010 at 3:29 pmThank you so much for posting the granola recipe! I’ve been buying some with very similar ingredients – but I will have to give it a DIY shot. I may even get crazy and throw in some roasted acron squash seeds š
Hillary says
September 27, 2010 at 4:02 pmI loveee making granola & now that I have cans of punkin in my cupboard, I’ve been thinking about doing just what you did. Bookmarking and making this ASAP! Thanks =]
Rachael says
September 27, 2010 at 6:23 pmWine frappe – intriguing. I’ve considered making wine smoothies before (and vodka smoothies, to be honest). Always looking for new ways to imbibe!
Virginia vineyards look pretty!
Justine says
September 27, 2010 at 7:46 pmI remember making granola for the first time last year and realizing how easy it was!
I had to re-read that sentence about three times before realizing that you weren’t going to be featured in Elle magazine. I must still be in ‘work’ mode….
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Erica says
September 27, 2010 at 11:28 pmA wine frappe?! Sounds delicious! Always nice to meet a fellow foodie š
Moni'sMeals says
September 28, 2010 at 1:55 amLooks like a good ol time to me! I am all over that granola too. Looks great!
The Healthy Apple says
September 28, 2010 at 12:30 pmYea for you!! Congrats on the Food n’ Wine!! So exciting..
xoox
Nicole (Making Good Choices) says
September 28, 2010 at 9:20 pmI love making my own granola, but i haven’t done it in so long! I need to do it asap ! Your pictures from this event is gorgeous and I love that black dress.
Melissa says
August 28, 2012 at 5:43 pmJust discovered your blog. I’ve been wanting to make my own healthy granola and this recipe definitely looks great! Right now we buy granola from the store but its waay too sweet so I will be making this soon! š
Allison D says
April 25, 2013 at 8:42 pmDo you think this recipe would still taste right without the wheat germ? I cant have gluten, I was thinking of making the recipe exactly the way you have it minus the germ? Any thoughts?
Brittany Mullins says
April 26, 2013 at 12:24 amIt will definitely work without the wheat germ. š
Kristen says
October 10, 2017 at 10:21 amI’m so excited to make this. We just started my oldest son on a gluten free diet and he loves granola. I think he will have fun making it with me!
Brittany Mullins says
October 10, 2017 at 10:38 amAwww yay!! I hope you all have a blast making this granola together. š
Emily @ Pizza & Pull-Ups says
October 10, 2017 at 10:25 amThis looks amazing, can’t wait to give it a try!
Brittany Mullins says
October 10, 2017 at 11:06 amThanks Emily!!
Katie says
October 10, 2017 at 12:24 pmThis looks so good! I really need to get into making my own granola vs always buying it!
Brittany Mullins says
October 10, 2017 at 1:54 pmYes! It’s so much cheaper than store-bought, plus you get to decide what to put in it!! š
Marie says
November 7, 2017 at 11:54 amMade this today and it is wonderful except for the fact that 40 minutes in my oven was too long as the granola burned and has a slightly funky flavor now. Otherwise, absolutely love this recipe and will definitely make again, but probably bake for 30 minutes!
Lisa says
November 24, 2017 at 3:36 pmI made the chocolate pecan pumpkin granola and it was delicious! So easy and made the house smell wonderful. I have to make it again because it disappeared before I could get a picture. Love love love your recipes!