Dark Chocolate Granola

I LOVE dark chocolate granola. One of my favorite things to do is come up with a recipe for something that is normally pretty expensive at the grocery store. When that recipe is quick and easy, it’s even better.

Aside from the cost savings, the other great thing about making dark chocolate granola at home is that you control the ingredients. Now I’m not saying that there is anything wrong with grabbing those convenience foods at the store. But – when you’re looking for a breakfast option that is lower in sugar, going the homemade route is a great option.

This particular recipe is based on a recipe I first made by Minimalist Baker. I adjusted the ingredients and quantities a bit because I was making it at a friend’s house and using ingredients they had on hand. That’s one of the great things about making granola. If you mix together some oats, seeds, oil, and a sweetener, it’s pretty hard to mess up.

Some of my favorite ingredients to toss into an easy and quick granola? Obviously oats are the place to start, and I sometimes like to do a combination of rolled oats and steel cut oats. Add in nuts, seeds like flax and/or chia, sweetener of choice, a neutral oil, sea salt, and cocoa powder if you want to go the chocolate route.

For my granola, I sometimes like to toss in some mini dark chocolate chips at the end. But this is not necessary as the rich flavor of cocoa powder does a lot of the legwork.

Dark Chocolate Granola

Nina D.

This dark chocolate granola is quick, simple, and very forgiving. Substitutions can easily be made for the oil, sweetener, and seeds. It'll save you money at the grocery store, and to extend its life I like to keep it in the fridge or freezer in a sealed bag.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Servings 12

Ingredients

  

• 4 cups rolled oats
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1/4 cup ground flax seeds
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup avocado or coconut oil
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips optional

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350° F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
• In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except mini dark chocolate chips. If using coconut oil, melt prior to adding to mixing bowl.
• Spread mixture in a thin layer on baking sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes or until fragrant and crispy on edges. Stir halfway through baking for an even bake.
• Allow granola to cool completely on the counter. Add chocolate chips if desired, and store in an airtight container. I keep mine for up to a week, or store for up to a month in the freezer.

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