Cranberry Orange Granola
This vibrant orange-infused granola is the perfect blend of sweet and zesty flavors. The aroma of fresh orange zest combines with the warmth of cinnamon to create a delightful sensory experience. Nutty pecans and chewy dried cranberries add a satisfying crunch and a burst of fruity sweetness. Enjoy this homemade granola as a nutritious breakfast or snack, and savor the cozy, comforting taste of homemade goodness.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- Zest of 1 large orange, preferably organic
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar of choice
- 4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free granola)
- 1½ cups raw pecans (or other nuts or seeds*)
- 1 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup melted coconut oil (or olive oil)
- ½ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine the orange zest and sugar. Use your fingers to rub the zest into the sugar until it’s bright orange and fragrant. This step will ensure that your granola is infused with orange flavor.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, pecans, salt, cinnamon and orange sugar. Stir to combine. Pour in the coconut oil and maple syrup. Mix well.
- Pour the granola onto your prepared baking sheet. Spread the granola into an even layer. Bake for 24 to 28 minutes (if you used honey instead of maple syrup, check at 22 minutes), stirring halfway, until the granola is turning lightly golden in color. The granola will crisp up as it cools.
- Let the granola cool before stirring in the dried cranberries. Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 to 2 weeks, or keep it in the freezer for longer shelf life.
Cook Time
25M
Prep Time
PT10M
Yield
6 cups
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 cup
- Calories: 302 calories
- Sugar Content: 13.5 g
- Sodium Content: 126.7 mg
- Fat Content: 14.4 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.9 g
- Trans Fat Content: 0 g
- Carbohydrate Content: 38.9 g
- Fiber Content: 5 g
- Protein Content: 6.6 g
- Cholesterol Content: 0 mg
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