Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
6 cup

old fashioned oats

1 cup

oat bran

1 cup

wheat bran

1 cup

shredded unsweetened coconut

1.25 cup

green unsalted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)

1 cup

sliced almonds

sliced

0.5 cup

finely chopped pecans

finely chopped

0.25 cup

nonfat dry milk powder

0.33 cup

canola oil

0.33 cup

honey

1 cup

pure maple syrup

0.5 tsp

maple flavoring

0.5 tsp

vanilla extract

0.75 tsp

salt

1 tsp

pumpkin pie spice

2 cup

dried cranberries or dried blueberries or raisins

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 325F.

Step 2
~4 min

In a large pan, combine oats, pepitas, nuts, wheat bran, oat bran, dry milk powder, and coconut.

Step 3
~4 min

In a small saucepan, combine oil, honey, syrup, flavoring, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat the saucepan mixture until blended thoroughly.

Step 5
~4 min

Pour syrup mixture over oat mixture and mix until thoroughly coated.

Step 6
~4 min

Spread the mixture on 3 jelly roll pans.

Step 7
~4 min

Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly browned.

Step 8
~4 min

Cool completely in pans.

Step 9
~4 min

Pour cooled mixture into a large container, add dried fruit, and mix well.

Step 10
~4 min

Store in airtight container at room temperature.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add chocolate chips after cooling for a sweeter treat.

Adjust pumpkin pie spice to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made several days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with milk or yogurt.

Enjoy as a snack on its own.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Apple slices
Banana slices

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Associated with autumn and harvest season

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Halloween

Occasion Tags

Fall
Autumn
Back to School

Popularity Score

75/100

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