Gingerbread is certainly one of my favorite holiday cookies, so when a reader requested my take on gingerbread granola, I couldn’t resist. Since testing this first batch I’ve nearly gobbled it all up and am preparing to whip up round 2. This stuff is that good. You guys know I have a thing for granola, and this flavor is a variation of my original recipe. It gets its gingerbread flavor from the spices and molasses. Ginger, cinnamon and cloves give it depth, spice and warmth, while molasses adds a touch of sweetness with deep amber notes. I think I’m in love. As always, this recipe is simple, requiring just 10 ingredients and 30 minutes from start to finish. And it’s customizable! You can use whatever nuts you have on hand really. I went with a mix of almonds, pecans and walnuts – my favorite. I think the only thing missing – and believe me, I was tempted to add it in – is a bunch of crumbled up Vegan Gluten Free Gingerbread Men. I don’t know how I resisted, but it would make this granola practically perfection in a bowl. You guys are going to L-O-V-E this granola. It’s SweetCrunchyGingerbread-spicedFestivePerfectly crispNuttyWholesomeSimpleNutritious& Filling If you give this recipe a try, let us know on Twitter, Instagram (#minimalistbaker), or Facebook. We certainly plan to make this granola many times winter and hope you will, too. Cheers and happy holiday baking!
