Maple Pecan Granola

There’s something incredibly comforting about a crunchy bowl of granola. Whether sprinkled over yoghurt, served with milk, or eaten straight from the jar as a snack, homemade granola is a pantry staple that never disappoints. This Maple Syrup Pecan Granola with Chia Seeds, Flax Meal, and a Mix of Seeds is wholesome, naturally sweetened, and full of nourishing ingredients that will keep you fueled and satisfied.

Unlike store-bought versions that are often loaded with refined sugar and unnecessary additives, this recipe uses maple syrup for natural sweetness, pecans for crunch, and a variety of super seeds to boost nutrition. It’s not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make in big batches so you’ll always have a healthy snack or breakfast option ready to go.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Total Time 35 mins

Cooking Method: Baking

Courses: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Difficulty: Beginner

Cooking Temp: 160 C

Servings: 10

Calories: 243.60

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Why You’ll Love This Granola

✅ Naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup.
✅ Nutrient-dense with flax meal, chia seeds, and mixed seeds.
✅ Crunchy & flavorful thanks to toasted pecans and golden oats.
✅ Customizable – add dried fruit, chocolate chips, or coconut if you like.
✅ Perfect for meal prep – stays fresh for weeks when stored properly.

Health Benefits of the Ingredients

Maple Syrup

A natural sweetener rich in antioxidants and minerals like manganese and zinc.
Adds depth of flavour with a subtle caramel-like sweetness.

Pecans

Packed with healthy fats, fibre, and plant-based protein.
Rich in antioxidants that support heart health.
Add a buttery crunch that balances the sweetness of the granola.

Chia Seeds

A superfood rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fibre, and protein.
Help with satiety and digestion.
Slightly gel when baked, giving the granola clusters extra texture.

Flax Meal

A great source of lignans (plant compounds with antioxidant properties).
High in fibre, supporting gut health and balanced digestion.
Provides omega-3s and plant-based protein.

Mixed Seeds (sunflower, pumpkin, golden linseed, hemp seed, etc.)

Each adds a different crunch and nutrient boost.
Pumpkin seeds: high in magnesium and zinc.
Sunflower seeds: rich in vitamin E for skin health.
Golden linseed: supports heart health, regulates cholesterol, promotes digestion, may balance hormones, and provides plant-based omega-3s.
Hemp seed: promotes muscle repair and energy (thanks to high protein), supports skin health (GLA), boosts heart and brain health (omega-3 + omega-6 balance), and provides steady energy

Rolled Oats

A wholesome base full of complex carbs and fibre.
Keep you full for longer and provide steady energy release.

Serving Suggestions

Dessert topping: Sprinkle over smoothie bowls, chia pudding, or ice cream.

Breakfast bowl: Serve with Greek yoghurt and fresh fruit.

Classic style: Enjoy with milk or a plant-based alternative.

Snack time: Pack in small jars for on-the-go energy.

Ingredients

200 g jumbo roled oats
100 g pecans (chopped)
150 g mix seeds (pumpkin, sunflover, golden linseed, hemp seed)
60 ml olive oil
60 ml maple syrup
1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 160 °C.
2
In a big bowl, mix all the ingredients until well combined.
3
Transfer the mixture to a baking tray with parchment paper and spread evenly.
4
Bake for 30 minutes. Stir halfway through.
5
When ready, let it cool down. Then enjoy it with some Greek yoghurt and fruit. All the rest in an airtight container or jar for a week.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 243.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.73g32%
Total Carbohydrate 9.73g4%
Protein 5g10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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