Just like when I make Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls or Pumpkin Gingerbread Muffins, the smell wafts into every square inch of my kitchen. It’s truly magical and instantly makes the room feel nice and cozy. The aromas of ginger, molasses, maple syrup, and toasting nuts are positively intoxicating. So much so, I nearly burned my second batch, purely because I didn’t want the smell to end. I now see why the witch tempted Hansel and Gretel with a house made of gingerbread, versus any other cookie (although I bet these Granola Cookies would have drawn them there eventually). Gingerbread granola smells inviting, warm, and just like the holidays.
How to Make Gingerbread Granola
Gingerbread granola is a healthy way to transform your kitchen into an enchanted gingerbread bakery (these Gingerbread Pancakes are another great option). With crisp oats, crunchy millet, and a blend of tantalizing gingerbread spices, this healthy granola recipe is the perfect snack or breakfast spooned over tangy Greek yogurt.
The Ingredients
Oats. The base to this healthy homemade granola recipe (and also this Crock Pot Granola). Millet. An inexpensive, fiber-rich whole grain that adds killer crunch (if you don’t have access to millet, you can swap uncooked quinoa or additional oats).Flax Seeds. These tiny seeds are loaded with protein, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids for an extra superfood boost.Ginger + Cinnamon + Cloves. This classic blend of Christmas spices will fill your home with warmth and holiday cheer.Molasses. The glue that (literally and figuratively) holds this gingerbread granola together (as well as these Chocolate Ginger Cookies).Maple Syrup. For natural sweetness. If you are not concerned about this gingerbread granola being vegan, you could swap for honey.Coconut Oil. A healthy fat that helps the granola bind together and toast in the oven.Nuts. This granola recipe (and this Healthy Granola) is packed with three that are especially festive with the gingerbread theme—pecans, almonds, and hazelnuts—but feel free to use any kind of raw nuts you enjoy or have on hand.Dried Fruit. Golden raisins and candied ginger are two optional (but if you ask me, necessary) additions that add extra flavor and chew to this wholesome gingerbread granola.
The Directions
Storage Tips
To Store. Store leftover granola at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks or in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.To Freeze. Freeze granola in an airtight, freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months.
Gingerbread granola: Make a batch for you, one for a friend, and one for Santa. Then, make a fourth batch just so you can smell it bake one more time. After all, this is the perfect time of year to live in a gingerbread (granola) house.
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