Josee Di Stasio's Christmas Granola
Elevate your holiday mornings with Josée di Stasio's Christmas Granola, an irresistible blend of festive flavors and wholesome goodness. This homemade granola recipe combines heart-healthy rolled oats with a medley of crunchy pistachios, slivered almonds, pecan halves, and pumpkin seeds, all perfectly spiced with warm cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and enriched with coconut oil, this baked delight achieves a golden crispness before being adorned with tangy dried cranberries and sweet, chewy apricots. Ideal for gifting or as a seasonal breakfast treat, this granola is as versatile as it is delicious. Enjoy it over yogurt, with milk, or straight from the jar for a snack filled with holiday cheer. Make room on your table for this fragrant, festive granola that’s sure to become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup shelled pistachios
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup pumpkin seeds
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 cup maple syrup
- 0.5 cup melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup chopped dried apricots
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, pistachios, almonds, pecans, coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 4
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly to coat all the dry ingredients evenly.
Step 5
Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet in a thin layer.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking. The granola should turn golden brown and crisp.
Step 7
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the granola cool completely on the tray. It will crisp up further as it cools.
Step 8
Once cooled, transfer the granola to a large bowl and gently mix in the dried cranberries and chopped dried apricots.
Step 9
Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Serve with yogurt, milk, or enjoy as a snack!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1438.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 7226.5 |
| Total Fat 486.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 198.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 28.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 147.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 622.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 120.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 282.7g | |
| Protein 171.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 879.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 46.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6818.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories