Small Batch Gingerbread Granola
Small Batch Gingerbread Granola - A crisp and spiced granola infused with molasses, maple syrup, and gingerbread spices. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or holiday gifting.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
- ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Set the oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone liner.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, coconut, walnuts, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, and cloves.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the maple syrup, molasses, and salt. Cook, stirring often, until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.
- Pour the warm butter mixture over the oat mixture. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly over the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven, stir, and return to bake for another 10 minutes.
- Stir once more and bake for another 10 minutes, for a total baking time of 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let the granola cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, transfer to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
- Read Before You Start: Review the full recipe, including the Ingredient Notes and step-by-step photos, before beginning. This helps you understand each step and ensures your granola turns out perfectly.
- Make It Giftable: Package the granola in small mason jars tied with festive ribbon. It’s an easy and thoughtful gift for the holidays, teachers, or hosts.
- Forming Clusters: For big granola clusters, lightly press the mixture into small 1-inch ovals on the baking sheet before baking. This helps the oats and nuts stick together.
- Let It Cool: Allow the granola to cool completely before breaking it apart or storing. It crisps up as it cools, giving you that perfect crunch.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 130mg | Potassium: 320mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 176IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 2mg
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