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    Home » Breakfast & Brunch

    Cardamom Fig Granola

    Published: Sep 23, 2014 · Modified: Mar 7, 2023 by thekitchenprep · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Cardamom Fig Granola! This easy-to-make granola features warm cardamom and sweet fig jam as flavors that will keep you coming back for more!

    Cardamom Fig Granola pouring out of an open mason jar on its side.

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    The day I discovered just how easy it is to make homemade granola was an absolute game-changer.

    There are some great store-bought granolas on the market, but when you're in the mood for a specific flavor or have an idea for a flavor combination that isn't readily available, there's nothing like rolling up your sleeves and making it happen in your own kitchen.

    My Cardamom Fig Granola is a recipe that I came up with while I was pregnant and craving warm fall flavors with a bit of sweetness.

    Feel free to switch up the type of jam and spices and experiment to make it your own!

    Looking for more easy granola recipes? Try a few of my favorites!

    • Pumpkin Seed Chocolate Chunk Granola! This crunchy and addictive homemade granola gets a triple dose of pumpkin-y goodness thanks to the addition of pumpkin spiced pumpkin seeds, pumpkin pie spice and pumpkin puree. Semi-sweet chocolate chunks add decadence to this heavenly fall concoction! 
      Pumpkin Seed Chocolate Chunk Granola
    • Cherry Vanilla Granola scattered on a piece of parchment paper in the shape of a heart.
      Cherry Vanilla Granola
    • Spiced Apple Granola in a glass jar.
      Spiced Apple Granola
    • German Chocolate Granola
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    • Cardamom Fig Granola

    Ingredients

    Instructions

    Recipe FAQ's

    Variations & Substitutions

    Ingredients

    • Rolled oats
    • Walnuts 
    • Ground flaxseed
    • Chia seeds
    • Ground cardamom
    • Sea salt
    • Coconut oil or butter
    • Honey
    • Good-quality fig preserves such as Bon Maman
    • Vanilla extract

    Instructions

    Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Line a baking pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.

    In a large bowl, mix together oil (or butter) honey & preserves in the microwave for 30 seconds to a minute to help them loosen up and become more liquid. Stir in vanilla extract.

    Toss dry ingredients in with wet ingredient and mix until well-combined.

    Spread mixture onto prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Bake for about 45 minutes, giving it a stir every 15 minutes or so to promote crispness and even toasting.

    Let cool before packaging. Goes great over yogurt or eaten as cereal.

    Recipe FAQ's

    What is the best way to store granola?

    Cool the granola completely to room temperature, then place it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

    Can homemade granola be frozen?

    Yes! Place cooled granola in an airtight, freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 6 months! This is a great option if you make a large batch.

    Variations & Substitutions

    Try these variations!

    • Use a different type of nut such as almonds or cashews.
    • Add chopped dried fig or dried apricot for extra texture and flavor.
    • Sprinkle in a few tablespoons of coconut flakes.

    Diet-Specific Substitutions

    • Vegan: Substitute date syrup or maple syrup for honey.
    • Gluten-free: Oats, in and of themselves, are naturally gluten-free, but can often be contaminated during processing or storage. To be certain that the oats are gluten-free, buy oats that specify this on the packaging.
    Cardamom Fig Granola pouring out from a mason jar.

    Cardamom Fig Granola

    The Kitchen Prep
    Cardamom Fig Granola! This easy-to-make granola features warm cardamom and sweet fig jam as flavors that will keep you coming back for more!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 servings

    Ingredients
      

    • ⅓ cup coconut oil or butter, melted
    • 3 tablespoon honey
    • ¼ cup fig preserves such as Bonne Maman
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
    • 2½ cups rolled oats
    • ¾ cups walnuts roughly chopped
    • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
    • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
    • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • Optional: Dried figs chopped

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a baking pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
    • In a large bowl, mix together oil (or butter) honey & preserves in the microwave for 30 seconds to a minute to help them loosen up and become more liquid. Stir in vanilla extract.
    • Toss dry ingredients in with wet ingredient and mix until well-combined.
    • Spread mixture onto prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Bake for about 30-35 minutes, giving it a stir every 15 minutes or so to promote crispness and even toasting.
    • Let cool before storing.

    Notes

    Variations
    • Use a different type of nut such as almonds or cashews.
    • Add chopped dried fig or dried apricot for extra texture and flavor.
    • Sprinkle in a few tablespoons of coconut flakes.
    •  
    •  
    Diet-Specific Substitutions
    • Vegan: Substitute date syrup or maple syrup for honey.
    • Gluten-free: Oats, in and of themselves, are naturally gluten-free, but can often be contaminated during processing or storage. To be certain that the oats are gluten-free, buy oats that specify this on the packaging.
     
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    1. Chineka @ Savor The Baking says

      October 06, 2014 at 2:39 am

      Thanks for taking us a long on your pregnancy journey. The journal on Zazzle is a really creative way to customize your journal ideas. You look great in all of your pregnancy photos and I love the glider in the nursery. I am happy to hear that you had a great baby shower thrown by your in-laws.

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