Delicious Grain-Free Granola with a Festive Pumpkin Spice Twist

This Grain-Free Granola with Pumpkin Spice is a perfect breakfast or snack option for those looking for a gluten-free and paleo-friendly alternative. Packed with nuts, seeds, and warming pumpkin spice flavors, this granola is both satisfying and delicious.

Ingredients

• 1 cup almonds, chopped
• 1 cup cashews, chopped
• 1 cup pecans, chopped
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp sea salt

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the almonds, cashews, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and sea salt.
4. Pour the wet ingredients over the nut mixture and stir until everything is well coated.
5. Spread the granola mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the granola is golden brown and fragrant.
7. Allow the granola to cool completely before breaking it into clusters.
8. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
9. Enjoy this grain-free granola as a topping for yogurt, a crunchy snack on its own, or with milk as a cereal.

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