This homemade granola recipe is great to have on hand for a quick breakfast, snack or dessert.

The main ingredient of this recipe is oats, a healthy whole grain that is loaded with soluble fibre. Soluble fibre is an important nutrient that keeps you feeling full for longer and your cravings for sweets at bay for the rest of the day.

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For a balanced quick-fix breakfast, snack or dessert, sprinkle some of this delicious granola on top of yogurt along with your favourite fruit (and hey, why not sprinkle of dark chocolate shavings on top – you know you want to! 😊)

Recipe makes 6 servings (1/4 cup each)

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Recipe Ingredients:

1 cup oats (any type will do!)
1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
½ cup pumpkin seeds
2 tbsp neutral tasting oil (canola oil, safflower oil, melted coconut oil)
1 tsp pure Canadian maple syrup
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Cooking spray

Recipe Directions:

Preheat oven to 400°F. Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
In a large bowl, add oats, chopped walnuts, and pumpkin seeds. Set aside.
In a small bowl, add oil, maple syrup, and cinnamon. Mix until combined and pour over dry ingredients. Mix everything until the dry ingredients are evenly coated.
Spread onto the baking sheet in an even layer. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.

Crunchy Nutty Granola_thumbnail website.png — **Tip:**

This granola can be stored in an air-tight container for up to one-week. You can also make a double batch and freeze half of it for later.

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This recipe was created by Jenna Leixner, dietetic intern.

Jenna is a dietetic intern currently studying to become a Registered Dietitian. She is passionate about helping people make the most nutritious choices to live their happiest lives and believes that diets are not a “one-size-fits-all” solution. She has loved food and cooking since she was young and loves to share recipes and tips she has learned!