Fall Treats Granola Clusters
Fall Treats Granola Clusters are the perfect autumn snack, bringing together the delightful flavors of warm spices, chewy oats, and crunchy nuts. These clusters are not only simple to make but also versatile enough for breakfast, snacking, or as a topping on yogurt or smoothies. Enjoy a cozy taste of fall in every bite with this wholesome recipe that captures the essence of the season.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup nut butter (peanut or almond)
- 1 cup dried fruits (cranberries or apricots)
- 1 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, chopped nuts, dried fruits, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk together honey (or maple syrup) and nut butter until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, stirring until well coated.
- Spoon the mixture onto the baking sheet and press down firmly to form clusters.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Allow cooling completely before breaking into clusters.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize your granola with chocolate chips or different dried fruits like apples for added variety. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks to maintain freshness.