Quick Cranberry Pecan Granola Recipe

Name: Quick Cranberry Pecan Granola
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons safflower, walnut, or canola oil; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar (or 3/4 if you want it to be more sweet); 2 egg whites; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 3 cups organic old fashioned oats (not Quaker instant!); 1 cup broken pecan halves; 1/8 cup whole almonds; 1/2 cup flaxseed meal (Ground flaxseeds, available at health food stores. Adds great omega-3's); 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 1/4 cup honey

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a large, heavy baking sheet with non-stick spray, or brush with a little bit of oil.
2
Whisk oil, egg whites, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add the oats, pecans, almonds, and flaxseed meal. Mix well.
3
Spread the mixture evenly across the baking sheet, then bake for 15 minutes. Pecans are delicate, so stir well and turn the mixture about to avoid burning. Bake for 10 more minutes, then stir in the dried fruit and drizzle with honey. Toss again. Bake for an additional ten minutes, until golden brown and fragrant.
4
Remove from oven and stir to break up clumps. Let cool completely. You can chill this granola in an air-tight container for two weeks. I recommend serving with fresh fruit and good yogurt, or let it speak for itself in a bowl of cold milk.

1151

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons safflower, walnut, or canola oil, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar (or 3/4 if you want it to be more sweet), 2 egg whites, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Quick Cranberry Pecan Granola falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Quick Cranberry Pecan Granola

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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