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Christmas Granola Recipe

This festive Christmas Cranberry Orange Granola is a delicious homemade treat, perfect for gifting during the holidays! Bursting with the sweet tartness of dried cranberries and a bright citrus zing of orange zest, this crunchy granola is sure to become a family favorite. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, it's the perfect addition to your holiday baking lineup. Package it up in festive jars or cellophane bags for thoughtful homemade gifts.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 254.9 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Christmas Granola

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How to Make Christmas Granola

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, sliced almonds, pumpkin seeds, coconut flakes, brown sugar, cinnamon, and orange zest. Mix well to combine.
  3. Drizzle the melted coconut oil and maple syrup evenly over the dry ingredients. Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly in a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan.
  5. Bake for 40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the granola from the oven and let it cool slightly in the pan.
  7. Stir in the dried cranberries.
  8. Once completely cool, break the granola into smaller clusters.
  9. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

21g

Carbs

11g

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