Name: Cinnamon Cranberry Pecan Granola
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 cups
Cuisine: American

Knead Some Sweets Verified

January 21, 2026

This crunchy, flavourful Cinnamon Cranberry Pecan Granola is made with simple ingredients that you likely have in your kitchen now. Lightly sweetened with maple syrup and a little brown sugar, this would be a fantastic healthy breakfast idea!

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Cinnamon Cranberry Pecan Granola

Knead Some Sweets Verified

Ingredients

WarningTreenuts and 3 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Stir together the oats, cranberries, pecans, and cinnamon. Whisk the maple syrup, brown sugar, vanilla, and olive oil until combined. Add into the dry ingredients and stir until all the oats are coated.

Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into a ½ inch layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes before giving the granola a gentle stir with a spatula. Bake for another 7-10 minutes or until lightly golden brown.

Let the granola cool on the pan before breaking into bite-sized pieces. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toasting Technique 🥜
Toast your pecans separately before mixing them into the granola to enhance their nutty flavor and create a deeper, more complex taste profile.
Even Baking Trick 🥄
Stir the granola every 10-15 minutes during baking to ensure uniform golden-brown color and prevent burning, especially around the edges of the baking sheet.
Moisture Magic 💧
Use a combination of maple syrup and dark brown sugar to create the perfect balance of moisture and crunch, which helps the granola form those desirable crispy clusters.
Cooling Crisp Secret 🍃
Allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking it into clusters, as this helps it become extra crispy and helps the clusters hold their shape.
Cranberry Coating Hack 🍒
Add dried cranberries after baking to prevent them from burning or becoming overly hard, maintaining their chewy texture and vibrant flavor.