Pumpkin Spice Granola With Chocolate Chips

If you're looking for a cozy, fall-inspired treat that’s as easy to make as it is delicious, this Pumpkin Spice Granola With Chocolate Chips is it. Don’t let the simplicity of the ingredients fool you—this recipe is bursting with warm, comforting flavors. Made with wholesome rolled oats, rich pumpkin puree, sweet honey, and a generous sprinkle of pumpkin spice, every bite tastes like autumn in a bowl. And just when you think it couldn’t get better, melty mini chocolate chips take it to the next level. Whether you're sprinkling it over yogurt, grabbing a handful as a snack, or gifting it in a cute jar, this granola is proof that simple ingredients can deliver seriously bold flavor.

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Pumpkin Spice Granola With Chocolate Chips

Growing up my mom always made the absolute best caramel rolls, but there was a big problem…sorry mom, she loaded them with nuts and raisins! Nuts and raisins are not my jam. While everyone else was sitting there enjoying breakfast I spent the first 10 minutes picking them out and setting them aside. So when it came to this pumpkin spice granola recipe I kept it simple.

This tastes exactly like chocolate chip pumpkin bread. Such a great fall recipe! –Andrea Lewis

 Everything you love about granola with just a few simple ingredients and as an added bonus…it makes your home smell like a starbucks in the Fall.

Why You'll Love Pumpkin Spice Granola With Chocolate Chips

Don't get me wrong I absolutely love summer but I have reached the point where I am craving routine and as school is fastly approaching I'm ready for it and so are my kids. Fall has got me craving all things pumpkin. Pumpkin is such a wonderful ingredient because it's so versatile. It adds moisture and makes cookies so delicious, and brightens up so many dishes with its orange hughe. Lastly, it has a mild flavor so it can be used in so many things. Adding pumpkin to this granola recipe made it more of a chewy granola which I really like and also made it a beautiful golden brown.

I am a sucker for this granola and so if my family. My kids kept sneaking pieces while the chocolate was still warm. Delicious! I made it this week and it's already gone, and I was not worried about it because with those whole grains and pumpkin puree, it's a great snack option. I know your family is going to love it too!

How to Make Pumpkin Spice Granola

Ingredients

6 cups of rolled oats

½ cup of coconut oil

½ cup honey

1 cup pumpkin puree

¼ cup brown sugar

1 ½ Tbsp pumpkin pie spice

½ tsp salt

1 cup mini semi sweet chocolate chips 

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

2. Melt the Wet Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl or glass measuring cup, combine the coconut oil, honey, and brown sugar: Microwave the mixture on 40% power in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the coconut oil is melted and everything is smooth and well combined. This may take about 1–2 minutes total, depending on your microwave.

3. Add Pumpkin and Spices: Stir the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and salt into the warm honey mixture. Mix thoroughly until smooth and fully blended.

4. Combine with Oats: Place the rolled oats in a large mixing bowl. Pour the pumpkin mixture over the oats.Stir everything together until all the oats are evenly coated with the pumpkin mixture. This step is key to making sure the granola bakes evenly.

5. Spread on Baking Sheet: Spread the granola mixture evenly across your prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula or your hands to gently press it down into an even layer—this helps create chunkier clusters later on.

6. Bake the Granola: Place the granola in the oven and bake for 60 minutes, checking it at around 40 minutes.

   • Important: Do not stir the granola during baking, as this helps create those nice, crunchy clusters.

   • If the edges are browning too quickly, you can gently stir just the outer edges to prevent burning, but try to leave the center undisturbed.

7. Add Chocolate Chips: Once the granola is done baking, remove it from the oven. While it's still warm, sprinkle the mini chocolate chips evenly over the top.Let the granola cool completely on the baking sheet. The chocolate will soften slightly and then harden again as it cools.

8. Break Into Chunks & Store: After the granola has fully cooled, break it into clusters or chunks.Transfer to an airtight container and store int he refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola With Chocolate Chips

Tips For Making The Perfect Batch Every Time

• If you do like your granola more crisp, try adding 1/4 cup more coconut oil and spread it out onto 2 sheet pans instead of one. Remember that this will decrease the bake time a bit so try baking for more like 40 minutes instead of an hour and keep an eye on it.

• Add the chocolate chips after you've baked it, or the chocolate will burn in the oven.

• For extra crunch, you can add chopped nuts or seeds before baking.

• Dried cranberries or raisins can be mixed in after the granola cools.

• To make it vegan, use maple syrup instead of honey and dairy-free chocolate chips.

• To get the classic granola chunks, pull it from the oven and leave it on the baking sheet to cool. Once it's fully cooled, break it into clusters or chunks.

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