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5 November 9, 2015 Breakfast

Slow Cooker Maple Pumpkin Granola

A slow cooker makes this granola so easy to make! Filled with fall flavors, this Slow Cooker Pumpkin Granola has roasted pecans, cranberries and white chocolate!

A slow cooker makes this granola so easy to make! Filled with fall flavors, this Slow Cooker Pumpkin Granola has roasted pecans, cranberries and white chocolate!

A slow cooker makes this granola so easy to make! Filled with fall flavors, this Slow Cooker Pumpkin Granola has roasted pecans, cranberries and white chocolate!

Now this is how I save myself in the mornings. 

An easy button was created for my breakfast. And it has been a game changer.  First, there was slow cooker pumpkin peanut butter oatmeal. And now friends, we have slow cooker pumpkin granola!

A slow cooker makes this granola so easy to make! Filled with fall flavors, this Slow Cooker Pumpkin Granola has roasted pecans, cranberries and white chocolate!

I am ashamed it has taken me this long to share the recipe with you all. I have been snacking on this treat for some time but just never felt it was the right time to share it. Despite pumpkin season being far too short, I have really been loving all the pumpkin I can. First we had the cute mini no bake cheesecakes, then OMG, delicious, Pumpkin Cake Mix Cinnamon Rolls, then Pumpkin Brown Sugar Pop Tarts, then a tasty beverage, Pumpkin Apple Cider Shandy, these pumpkin spice white chocolate blondies with a brown butter frosting (oh yes.), and how could we forget the stupid easy, pumpkin whipped cream cheese?!

As I look back, I really, really hope you are obsessed with pumpkin as I am…pretty please?

A slow cooker makes this granola so easy to make! Filled with fall flavors, this Slow Cooker Pumpkin Granola has roasted pecans, cranberries and white chocolate!

Granola is a snack that I have in my pantry at all times. It is so simple to make and you have the power to control the flavor. Not to mention no crazy long ingredients. So skip the store bought, and let’s all try a homemade version this year!

While your oven may be overloaded this holiday season, take some pressure off of it and throw this granola in the slow cooker! It will create a delicious, aroma that will bring all the boys to the yard. Or something like that…

A slow cooker makes this granola so easy to make! Filled with fall flavors, this Slow Cooker Pumpkin Granola has roasted pecans, cranberries and white chocolate!

A few tips for a successful granola:

  1. Stir, stir, stir! To ensure the granola doesn’t burn, make sure to stir at least every 3o minutes. This ensures all the granola gets crispy, rather than just the mixture on the bottom.
  2. Secondly, depending on the power of your slow cooker, your granola may take less or a bit more time. So when stirring, keep an eye on how crispy it is getting. You don’t want to cook too long, as burnt granola is no bueno.
  3. And lastly, once cooked, if you love the big granola clusters like myself, spread out on a piece of parchment, and carefully grab handfuls of granola, clumping it together. Then let cool and toss in the mix ins.

A slow cooker makes this granola so easy to make! Filled with fall flavors, this Slow Cooker Pumpkin Granola has roasted pecans, cranberries and white chocolate!

Now that we have all concluded I have a pumpkin problem, I may or may not have another pumpkin recipe coming your way.

Yea, I have a problem…

meal prep tips:

  1. make this on a Sunday, then have breakfast and snacks all week long!

  2. Store in individual containers to make breakfast or snacks easier! Such as on the run!

  3. make gifts for loved ones; package the granola up in cute bags then give away around the holidays!

A slow cooker makes this granola so easy to make! Filled with fall flavors, this Slow Cooker Pumpkin Granola has roasted pecans, cranberries and white chocolate!

Tools I used to make this Slow Cooker Pumpkin Granola:

  • Slow Cooker
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Wooden Spoons
  • Balloon Whisk

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Granola

A slow cooker makes this granola so easy to make! Filled with fall flavors, this Slow Cooker Pumpkin Granola has spices, cranberries and white chocolate.

15 minPrep Time

2 hrCook Time

2 hr, 15 Total Time

Yields 10

Author:

Megan

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups old fashioned oats
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree (not filling)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup salted pecans
  • Optional: Dried Cranberries

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the oats, pumpkin pie spice and salt until mixed well.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, pumpkin puree and vanilla extract. Add to the oats and stir until fully coated.
  3. Spray a large slow cooker with cooking spray very well.
  4. Add granola and spread out evenly.
  5. Cook on high for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes, until slightly hard. Depending on power of slow cooker, yours may take less or longer.
  6. When done cooking, spread the granola across a parchment lined large baking sheet and let it cool.
  7. When cool, add the white chocolate chips, pecans and dried cranberries.
  8. Store in an airtight container.
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Craving more granola?

A protein packed snack that tastes like your favorite bakery breakfast! Cinnamon Roll Granola Bars are full of cinnamon, white chocolate and whole grains from the oats!

Cinnamon Roll Granola Bars

A lighter spin on granola that is filled with peanut butter and chocolate chips! This Lighter Peanut Butter Cup Granola tastes like a bite of your favorite candy!

Lighter Peanut Butter Cup Granola

A lighter granola made with unsweetened applesauce and honey! Dark chocolate chunks, cherries and pecans make this skinny granola a decedent treat!

Dark Chocolate Chunk Cherry Granola with Pecans

If you make this recipe, make sure to snap a photo and hashtag it #WITHSALTANDWIT. I’d love to see what you are cooking up in your kitchen!

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  1. Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says

    November 9, 2015 at 7:01 am

    Wait what?? Why have I never made granola in my crockpot and more importantly, why is my crockpot not full of this pumpkin goodness right now?? You just blew my mind, Meg. :D I HAVE to try this!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      November 9, 2015 at 7:05 am

      Awe thanks Sarah! And yes...get on it pronto! ;)
      Reply
  2. Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says

    November 9, 2015 at 10:19 am

    This looks fantastic! I wish I had it in my crock pot right now!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      November 9, 2015 at 10:41 am

      Thanks so much Julie! And you wouldn't be disappointed ;)
      Reply
  3. rachel @ athletic avocado says

    November 9, 2015 at 4:34 pm

    i don't know why i have never made granola in the slow cooker! I'm way behind! this is another incredible recipe! pinned :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      November 10, 2015 at 1:59 pm

      Well thank you so much Rachel! I hope you try it :)
      Reply
  4. Denise @ Sweet Peas & Saffron says

    November 10, 2015 at 10:20 pm

    Oh I definitely have to give this one a try, looks delicious!! I bet your house smells amazing, too!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      November 11, 2015 at 6:16 am

      Oh yes! I hope you do try it. You will love it! Thanks Denise!
      Reply
  5. Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says

    November 11, 2015 at 10:05 am

    This is the granola of my dreams! Maple and white chocolate chips?! And the fact that you made it in the slow cooker...well that is just perfect! Keep the pumpkin coming! I LOVE them all!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      November 12, 2015 at 7:54 am

      Coming right up ;) Thanks girlfriend! xoxo
      Reply
  6. Abby says

    September 6, 2016 at 2:55 pm

    Is the maple syrup supposed to be the pure maple syrup and not maple flavored syrup?
    Reply
    • Meg says

      September 6, 2016 at 3:17 pm

      Hi Abby! Yes, I always use real maple syrup. Not the artificially flavored pancake syrup.
      Reply
  7. Cassandra Head says

    October 3, 2016 at 5:28 pm

    Guessing maple syrup is what it calls for because of the question.. but the directions say honey. I am going with maple syrup and hoping its right. Sounds delicious!!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      October 4, 2016 at 2:38 pm

      Oh gosh. Yes, maple!A Apologies...that was my first version! Enjoy!
      Reply

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