Description
A nutritious and satisfying chocolate granola that brings together the sweet taste of chocolate with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup nuts (e.g., almonds, pecans, walnuts), chopped
- 1/2 cup seeds (e.g., pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds)
- 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the rolled oats, cocoa powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Prepare the wet ingredients by whisking the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until well mixed.
- Add the chopped nuts and seeds, folding them gently into the mixture.
- Spread the granola mixture evenly on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through for an even crispiness.
- Cool the granola completely on the baking sheet before stirring in the dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Store your finished granola in an airtight container.
Notes
For best freshness, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chocolate granola, healthy snacks, homemade granola, vegan granola, breakfast