Peanut Butter Spiced Apple Granola

Granola’s got a bad rep for being the "healthy snack" that’s secretly sugared up worse than a carnival funnel cake. But when you make it yourself, you’re the boss of the bowl. You control the sweetness, the crunch factor, and the flavor ride. And trust us—this recipe is like taking your taste buds on a road trip through cozy apple orchards with a pit stop at a peanut butter stand.

Quick Recipe Stats

• Feeds: 6–8 snack-loving adventurers

• Cook Time: 30–35 minutes

• Total Time: 45 minutes (includes cooling)

• Oven Temp: 300°F (low and slow = crispy perfection)

• Servings: About 6 cups of granola goodness

Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (the chunky kind, not instant)

• 1 ½ cups sliced almonds (or your favorite nut sidekick)

• 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted (for that golden crunch)

• ¼ cup pure maple syrup (nature’s liquid gold)

• 1 ½ tsp pure vanilla extract

• ¼ tsp sea salt

• 2–3 tbsp Flavor Expedition Co. Peanut Butter Spiced Apple Snack Seasoning (yes, you want the extra sprinkle)

Step-By-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the stage. Set your oven to 300°F and line a 9×13-inch rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Trust us—you don’t want to scrub baked-on oats later.

2. Dry team assemble! In a large bowl, toss together the oats and sliced almonds like they’re at a nutty dance party.

3. Liquid magic. In a smaller bowl, whisk up the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla, sea salt, and Peanut Butter Spiced Apple seasoning. This mixture is basically liquid candy—but healthier.

4. Coat & conquer. Pour the wet mix over your oats and nuts. Stir until everything’s evenly coated in sweet, peanut-buttery spiced glory.

5. Spread the love. Transfer the mixture to your baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread it into a super thin, even layer (crispy lovers, this step’s for you). Pat it down gently, then sprinkle on a bonus dusting of Peanut Butter Spiced Apple seasoning for good measure.

6. Bake it right. Slide into the oven and bake for 20 minutes. Then rotate the pan 180° (granola needs equal love) and bake another 10–15 minutes, or until golden and perfectly crispy. Keep an eye out—no one likes burnt nuts.

7. Cool your crunch. Once done, pull the pan out and let the granola cool completely on the sheet. It’ll crisp up even more as it cools—patience pays off here.

8. Snack time. Once cooled, break it into clusters (big chunks, small shards, your call) and dig in.

Tips & Notes

• Want clusters the size of boulders? Don’t stir mid-bake. Pat firmly before popping in the oven.

• Swap almonds for pecans, cashews, or walnuts if you’re feeling wild.

• Toss in dried apples, cranberries, or chocolate chips after baking for extra flair.

• Stores like a dream in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks (but let’s be honest, it won’t last that long).

Homemade granola never tasted this adventurous. With the cozy warmth of apples, the nuttiness of peanut butter, and the perfect crunch, this Peanut Butter Spiced Apple Granola is a snack, a breakfast, and a dessert topper all in one. Basically, it’s the ultimate edible overachiever.

👉 Craving more flavor trips? Check out our other Flavor Expedition Co. recipes and keep your pantry stocked with adventure.