Paleo Apple Pie Granola
No Refined Sugar | Paleo | Clean Eating | Protein Packed
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup coconut flakes (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup pepitas (raw pumpkin seeds)
- 1/4 cup raw cashews
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp McCormick Apple Pie Spice
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp coconut oil (melted)
- 1/8 tsp pink Himalayan salt (fine ground)
- 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce (1 pouch like GoGoSqueez!)
- 2 egg whites
- 1 Tbsp pure maple syrup (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, mix together all dry ingredients (rolled oats through chia seeds) to thoroughly combine.
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In a small box, mix together apple pie spice, vanilla extract, melted coconut oil, salt, and applesauce.
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Whisk egg whites until just frothy.
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Add to applesauce mixture and stir well.
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Mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir well to combine.
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Spread granola mixture in a thin layer on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Bake at 300 degrees for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. You will know granola is done when pieces are a little crispy and golden brown.
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If you're opting to add a touch of natural sweetness with maple syrup, drizzle immediately after removing from the oven. Allow to cool before enjoying.
Recipe Notes
The showstopper of this recipe is McCormick brand Apple Pie Spice. I use this instead of cinnamon everywhere I can. It's a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, and your house will smell exactly like an apple pie is baking after you bake this granola.
Makes about 3 cups of granola - you may want to double the recipe, as this lasts in an airtight container at room temperature for several weeks.