Pumpkin Spice Granola

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 300℉. Line 2 large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

Add the oats, pecans, pumpkin seeds, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, oil, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and salt to a large bowl. Stir well to combine.

Step 3

Divide the granola mixture between the two prepared baking sheets, spreading it into an even layer.

Step 4

Bake for 15 minutes. Rotate the pans top to bottom and bake an additional 15 minutes, checking after 5 minutes, or until the granola is golden brown and slightly crunchy.

Step 5

Turn the oven off and with the door cracked open a few inches, allow the granola to cool completely in the oven without stirring (about 45 minutes).

Step 6

Once the granola has cooled completely, remove the pans from oven stir in the dried cranberries.

Step 7

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.