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Gingerbread Granola

Gingerbread Granola: Your Cozy Holiday Breakfast Treat

Gingerbread Granola combines the delightful essence of gingerbread into a crunchy breakfast or snack perfect for the holiday season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 cups Rolled Oats opt for certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version
  • 1 cup Nuts (e.g., walnuts, almonds) substitute with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower if you have nut allergies
For the Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup can be replaced with honey or agave syrup for different flavor notes
  • 1/2 cup Nut Butter (e.g., almond or peanut butter) use sunflower seed butter for a nut-free alternative
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon other spices like nutmeg or cardamom can heighten the taste profile
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger complements the cinnamon beautifully
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt enhances sweetness and balances the overall flavor
For the Finish
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract this essential flavor booster should not be skipped!

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Gingerbread Granola
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, and ground spices (cinnamon, ginger, and salt). Stir thoroughly.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, nut butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until all are evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out evenly. Bake for about 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  6. Once baked, allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking it into pieces and storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Stir occasionally during baking for even crunchiness.

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