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Healthy Apple Pie Granola

Healthy Apple Pie Granola for Crunchy Morning Bliss

Healthy Apple Pie Granola is a delicious breakfast treat that combines the comforting flavors of apple pie with a nutritious, crunchy texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Granola Mixture
  • 3 cups Old Fashioned Rolled Oats Use gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Walnuts Pecans can be used as a substitute, or leave them out for nut-free.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Pumpkin pie spice can be an interesting variation.
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg Can be substituted with allspice.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt No substitutions necessary.
  • 2 cups Red Apple (Honeycrisp recommended) Avoid tart varieties like Granny Smith.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Coconut Oil Unsalted butter or neutral oil can be swapped in.
  • 1/4 cup Real Maple Syrup Honey is a great direct substitute.
Optional Additions
  • 1/2 cup Dried Fruits (like cranberries or raisins) Mix in after baking.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Incorporate for added flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped walnuts, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Fold in the cubed apples.
  3. Pour the melted coconut oil and maple syrup over the mixture and mix until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 22 to 28 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  5. Remove from the oven, cool for at least 20 minutes, then break into clusters.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store granola in an airtight container for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze in a sealable bag for up to 3 months.

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