This pecan peanut butter granola is easy to make and delicious — with only 3 g sugar per serving and fewer carbs than traditional granolas.
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Pecan Peanut Butter Granola with Yogurt
Pecan Peanut Butter Granola
Yield 18 servings (1/3 cup)
Ingredients:
1/2 cup olive oil or avocado oil
3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 cups old fashioned oats
1 1/2 cups pecans
1 cup pumpkin seeds (shells removed)
Directions:
Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a large mixing bowl combine olive oil (or avocado oil), peanut butter, maple syrup, salt, and cinnamon. Stir until combined.
To the mixing bowl, add the oats, pecans, and pumpkin seeds. Stir until well mixed.
Transfer to large baking sheet with rim. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool completely, then gently stir and transfer to an air-tight container.
Serving suggestion: Serve over Greek yogurt and top with your favorite fresh fruit.
Nutrition facts (per serving): 140 calories, 10 grams fat, 1 gram saturated fat, 0 milligrams cholesterol, 75 milligrams sodium, 9 grams carbohydrates, 3 grams fiber, 3 grams protein
