Christmas Granola with Pecans and Cranberries
Looking for a festive treat to brighten your Christmas breakfast? This Christmas Granola with pecans, cranberries, and a hint of gingerbread spice is just what you need. It’s crunchy and flavorful and fills your home with the warm, cozy scent of the holidays. Whether you sprinkle it over yogurt or enjoy it with milk, it’s a simple way to bring Christmas cheer to your mornings.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- ⅓ cup sunflower oil
- ¼ cup honey
- 4 cups oatmeal
- ⅔ cup pecan nuts finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon speculaas spice mix or cinnamon
- ⅔ cup dried cranberries
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Instructions
- Preheat your oven to
320 °F or 
290 °F. - Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Mix the sugar, sunflower oil, and honey in a large bowl until smooth.2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, ⅓ cup sunflower oil, ¼ cup honey
- Add the oatmeal, pecan nuts, and spice mix to the bowl.4 cups oatmeal, ⅔ cup pecan nuts, 1 teaspoon speculaas spice mix
- Stir well to ensure everything is evenly coated with the oil mixture.
- Spread the mixture evenly over the prepared baking tray. Try to create a single layer for even baking.
- Bake in the oven for 15 minutes.
- Use a spatula to stir the granola and loosen it. This ensures it bakes evenly.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes.
- Let the granola cool to room temperature.
- Mix the cranberries into the cooled granola.⅔ cup dried cranberries
- Store your granola in an airtight container to keep it fresh until ready to use.
NOTES
1. Add More Fruit: Mix in dried fruits like currants or raisins for variety.
2. Spice Swap: Don’t have speculaas spice mix? Pumpkin spice or homemade speculaas spice mix works just as well.
3. Baking Tip: Spread the granola as flat as possible on the tray to ensure it bakes evenly.
4. Storage
- Room Temperature: Store the granola in an airtight jar or container in a cool, dry spot. If sealed well, it stays fresh for up to 2 weeks—if you don’t eat it all before then!
- Refrigerator: Avoid storing it in the fridge. The granola will lose its crunch and turn moist.
- Freezer: Granola doesn’t freeze well, as it loses its crispness.
Nutrition
Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 5mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Iron: 1mg
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