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Homemade Maple Pecan Granola

This granola is made by tossing oats, pecans, and sweetened with maple syrup, then baking until golden brown and crunchy. The final product has clusters with a caramelized aroma and a slightly chewy, nutty texture, perfect for snacking or topping yogurt.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups rolled oats gluten-free if needed
  • 1 cup pecan halves roughly chopped
  • 0.5 cup maple syrup pure maple syrup preferred
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Pour the rolled oats into a large mixing bowl. Add the chopped pecans, salt, maple syrup, and vegetable oil.
    3 cups rolled oats, 1 cup pecan halves, 0.5 cup maple syrup, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 0.5 teaspoon salt
  2. Stir the mixture thoroughly with a spatula until all ingredients are evenly coated and clump together slightly, forming a sticky, caramel-like consistency.
    3 cups rolled oats, 1 cup pecan halves, 0.5 cup maple syrup, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 0.5 teaspoon salt
  3. Spread the mixture evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, pressing down lightly to create an even layer.
    3 cups rolled oats, 1 cup pecan halves, 0.5 cup maple syrup, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 0.5 teaspoon salt
  4. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring once at the halfway point, until the granola is golden brown and fragrant.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool completely on the pan; the granola will firm up and form clusters as it cools.
  6. Break into clusters and transfer to an airtight container for storage. Serve as a breakfast cereal or snack.