Easy Pumpkin Seed Granola

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Skill Level	Easy

Preparation Time	5 minutes	Total Time	20 minutes
Servings	8	Cost Per Serving	$0.78

Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking tray with the parchment paper.
Toss pumpkin seeds, oats and almonds together in large bowl.
Add maple syrup and cinnamon and mix thoroughly until entire mixture looks glossy.
Spread evenly onto baking tray. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until oats are golden brown.
Once cooled, break into clusters and toss in your dried cranberries. Store in an air tight container in your pantry or freezer for longer storage.

PDF of NFT for Pumpkin Seed Granola

Remember, eating more fibre-rich foods helps your body digest slowly, keeping that feeling of fullness for longer and also helps manage post-meal blood sugar spikes. So try including more complex carbohydrates in your diet slowly until you have eliminated all simple carbohydrates, you may just like how you feel over time!
You can store the dry granola in an air tight container in your pantry for up to a month or in the freezer for up to 3 months or more.
Use your favorite seeds, nuts or dry fruits. Other possible combinations - sunflower seeds, hazelnuts, oats and shredded coconut. If you want to add dried fruit, add it to the mix after baking.