Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this Dark Chocolate Granola. This homemade treat combines the goodness of oats, nuts, and dark chocolate for a satisfying breakfast or snack option.
Ingredients
Scale
Oat Mixture:
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raw nuts (such as almonds or pecans), roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additions:
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chunks or chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, cocoa powder, and sea salt.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour in maple syrup or honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until evenly coated.
- Bake: Spread the mixture on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Cool and add chocolate: Let the granola cool on the sheet, then stir in dark chocolate chunks or chips.
- Store: Once cool, store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Notes
- For added flavor, include dried cherries or cranberries post-baking.
- Opt for gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
