This Chai Spice Pecan Granola is the ultimate cozy & delicious breakfast treat! Not only does this spiced granola taste like the best flavors of Fall, but it's vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free!
*Recipe shared October 2018 and updated October 2026*
This granola was one of the first recipes I made for SGTO circa 2018, but I recently upgraded it with an improved baking process and new pictures to show off all its crunchy goodness!
Ingredients:
How to bake chai pecan granola
The first secret to this homemade spiced granola is to cook it a little bit longer than you think. I first learned this when making my Maple Almond Butter Granola and have followed the same basic steps to make this granola too!
Start by whisking together the dry ingredients in a large bowl, including the oats, chopped pecans, chai spices, and salt.
Then, add in the wet ingredients, including the coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla.
Spread the granola onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place in the oven and bake for about 25 minutes. While I used to stir my granola, I no longer do so to ensure I get big clusters!
The pecan granola will come out of the oven a bit soft. After it's left to cool for about 10-15 minutes, it will get that perfect crunchy texture!
FAQ & Tips:
What spices do I need for chai granola?
The biggest investment for this recipe is buying all the spices that are in the dry ingredients. Luckily, I have most of these spices lying around because I'm obsessed with Chai-flavored everything (take my Vegan Brown Sugar Chai Cookies for example).
The five most important spices to get for this recipe are Cardamom, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Ginger, and Cloves! The dash of black pepper is optional to give this granola a bit of a spicy kick.
How long can homemade granola be stored for?
Granola should be completely cooled before storing. It can be stored in a Ziploc bag or closed container at room temperature for about 2 weeks, in the fridge for up to 1 month, or in the freezer for about 3 months.
How do I eat this Chai Spice Granola?
This granola is easy to prep ahead and is the perfect way to meal prep a healthy & delicious breakfast or snack for the week.
My two favorite ways to eat this chai granola include on a smoothie bowl for breakfast (like the apple spice smoothie below or my Cranberry Orange Smoothie Bowl ) or on top of an almond butter-filled date for a snack. YUM!
If I'm being totally honest, I am also not above eating this chai granola straight out of the jar.
If you're ready to stop buying ridiculously expensive packaged granola and make your own HEALTHIER version at home, this recipe is definitely for you! I can't wait for you to try this delicious Chai Spice Pecan Granola for breakfast or brunch!
-TSG
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Chai Spice Pecan Granola
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups gluten-free rolled oats
- ¾ cups chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper optional, just a pinch!
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Next, add all of the dry ingredients to a large mixing bowl including the oats, chopped pecans, cinnamon, cardamom, salt, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and black pepper. Whisk together.
- Then, add your wet ingredients to the bowl including the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla. Mix until the oats and pecans are evenly coated.
- Add the granola to the parchment-lined baking sheet and use a spatula to spread the granola out so it is evenly dispersed in the pan. Please note that it's okay if your granola is touching and layered a bit, as this helps the granola form clumps.
- Add your granola to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Stir the granola halfway through if you want smaller chunks (but do not stir for extra large clusters!).
- Remove from the oven and let the granola cool before serving. As it cools, it will firm up and harden quite a bit.
- Once cooled, break the granola into large clusters and enjoy!
Notes
- Granola can be stored in an air-tight container at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. It will also keep in a sealed container in the freezer for up to 1 month.
ShortGirlTallOrder says
Walnuts sound like they would also be amazing- thanks for sharing!
Alexandra Collins says
This granola is officially a staple in my home - I absolutely love it! I ended up using walnuts instead of pecans and it was just as amazing, easy to make, not too sweet and lasted a good while. Highly recommend!! Yum.