Best 4 Maple Walnut Granola With Dried Cranberries Recipes

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Maple walnut granola with dried cranberries is a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and kickstart your day with a nutritious boost. The subtle sweetness of maple syrup perfectly complements the nutty richness of walnuts and the tartness of dried cranberries. This granola is not only a delicious treat but also a great source of dietary fiber, protein, and healthy fats. With its irresistible aroma and crunchy texture, this granola is sure to become a favorite breakfast or snack option for all ages.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MAPLE-WALNUT GRANOLA WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES



Maple-Walnut Granola with Dried Cranberries image

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Dessert     Bake     Vegetarian     Low Cal     High Fiber     Mother's Day     New Year's Day     Cranberry     Dried Fruit     Oat     Low Cholesterol     Edible Gift     Maple Syrup     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
3/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar, divided
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup egg whites (about 2 large egg whites)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 teaspoons maple extract
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
3 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup walnut halves, broken in half
1 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Position rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 325°F. Generously coat heavy large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray. Stir 1/2 cup sugar and syrup in heavy small saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves, occasionally brushing down sides with wet pastry brush. Pour into large bowl; cool to lukewarm. Whisk in egg whites, extracts, and spices. Add oats, nuts, and remaining 1/4 cup sugar; toss well.
  • Spread mixture in even layer on prepared baking sheet. Bake 35 minutes. Using metal spatula, turn granola over (bottom will be brown). Bake 10 minutes. Sprinkle cranberries over; bake until dry, about 10 minutes longer. Cool granola completely in pan.

HOMEMADE CRANBERRY NUT GRANOLA



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
Nonstick cooking spray
1/3 cup maple syrup
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cranberry juice
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup chopped roasted and salted almonds
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Spread the pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds on a baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly toasted. Set aside to cool.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup, brown sugar, cranberry juice, and cinnamon over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar has dissolved.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and salt.
  • Pour the maple mixture over the oat mixture and stir until combined. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Stir in the cranberries and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the mixture begins to brown. Cool completely. Store airtight in a plastic container for up to 1 week.

CRANBERRY MAPLE WALNUT GRANOLA



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I made this for holiday gifts and to have on hand for a healthier holiday snack, it is a nice way to lighten up granola using egg whites. I found the recipe in a recent 11/07 Bon Appetit Magazine and was pleasantly surprised to see the kids eating it by the handful:)

Provided by Antifreesz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h25m

Yield 4-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup golden brown sugar
1/2 cup maple syrup, pure
1/4 cup egg white, 2ish
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 teaspoons maple extract
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon allspice
3 cups oats, old fashioned
1 cup walnuts, halves broken in half
1 cup cranberries, dried
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat 325 degrees.
  • position rack in bottom third of oven.
  • Spray a large jelly roll pan with non stick cooking spray.
  • Stir 1/2 cup sugar and syrup in heavy small saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves,occasionlly brush down sides with wet pasty brush.
  • Pour into large bowl,cool to luke warm.
  • Whisk in egg whites, extracts and spices.
  • Add oats,nuts and remaining quarter cup of sugar,mix well.
  • Spread mix in even layer on jelly roll.
  • Bake 35 minutes.
  • Using spatula turn granola over-bottom will be browned.
  • Bake 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cranberries over and continue to bake 10 more minutes or till dry.
  • Cool completely in pan.
  • Enjoy.

MAPLE-WALNUT GRANOLA



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A friend brought this out for our kids to snack on while we chatted but I could not stop eating it by handfuls myself. I like the simplicity of it.

Provided by Kitchen Witch Steph

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups old fashioned oats
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2-3/4 cup pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Combine oats, walnuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together in a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl,mix maple syrup, vanilla, and oil.
  • Pour syrup mixture over oat mixture and combine until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  • Spread mixture onto parchment paper lined baking sheet and bake 15 minutes.
  • Stir and return to the oven 10 minutes longer.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
  • Granola may be stored up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.

Tips:

  • Use gluten-free oats if you have a gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
  • Feel free to substitute other dried fruits, such as raisins, apricots, or cherries, for the cranberries.
  • To make the granola even more flavorful, toast the walnuts in a preheated 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes before adding them to the granola mixture.
  • If you don't have maple syrup, you can substitute another liquid sweetener, such as honey or agave nectar.
  • Be careful not to overcook the granola. It should be golden brown and crispy, but not hard.
  • Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

This maple walnut granola with dried cranberries is a delicious and healthy snack or breakfast option. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its combination of crunchy oats, sweet maple syrup, nutty walnuts, and tart cranberries, this granola is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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