Dessert

Panettone Granola Recipe

ByCleo Brixton February 6, 2026February 6, 2026

Introduction

Panettone granola is a delightful twist on traditional granola, combining the sweet, fruity flavors of panettone with crunchy oats and nuts. This recipe makes for a perfect breakfast or snack that feels festive and comforting all year round.

A close-up of a dark blue ceramic bowl filled with a heap of granola, showing different layers and textures like crunchy oats, scattered green pumpkin seeds, and dark red dried cranberries. The bowl sits on a white plate with a spoon next to it. The scene uses a warm orange background with soft lighting that makes glitter-like reflections near the bowl. The granola spills slightly over the bowl’s edge, adding a natural feel to the image. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

100g panettone
200g rolled oats
50g pumpkin seeds
1 tsp ground cinnamon
500g flaked almonds
50ml vegetable oil
50ml maple syrup
50ml honey
100g dried berries, raisins or sultanas
50g dried cranberries
milk or yogurt, to serve

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the oven to 160°C (140°C fan/gas mark 3) and line a large baking tray with baking parchment. If you have a non-stick tray, lining is not necessary.
Step 2: Place the panettone in a food processor and blitz until it forms fine breadcrumbs. Transfer the crumbs into a large bowl.
Step 3: Add the rolled oats, pumpkin seeds, ground cinnamon, and flaked almonds to the bowl with the panettone crumbs and mix well.
Step 4: In a separate bowl, combine the vegetable oil, maple syrup, and honey. Pour this mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
Step 5: Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking tray in a single layer. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even browning, until the granola is golden.
Step 6: Remove the tray from the oven and let the granola cool for 10 minutes. Then fold in the dried berries, raisins or sultanas, and dried cranberries.
Step 7: Allow the granola to cool completely before storing or serving. Enjoy with milk or yogurt.

Tips & Variations

Try substituting pumpkin seeds with sunflower seeds for a different nutty flavor.
For extra crunch, add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans.
If you prefer a less sweet granola, reduce the honey and maple syrup by half.
Add a pinch of nutmeg along with cinnamon for a warm spice touch.

Storage

Store the cooled granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one month. Keep it dry to maintain crunchiness. Serve with fresh milk or yogurt, and if the granola softens over time, toasting it lightly for a few minutes can refresh the texture.

How to Serve

A large blue bowl filled with a mix of granola, dried red berries, sliced nuts, and green seeds, showing a rough texture with small clusters of oats and seeds scattered around the edges. The bowl sits on a white plate with a small spoon resting beside it. The background is a warm orange color, and the scene is brightly lit with light reflections on the bowl and plate. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of dried fruit?

Yes, you can substitute dried berries or cranberries with dried apricots, cherries, or even chopped dates depending on your preference.

Is this recipe suitable for a nut-free diet?

This recipe contains almonds, but you can omit the nuts or replace them with extra seeds if you need a nut-free version. Just be mindful that this will change the texture slightly.