Dark Chocolate Granola

Author: Katie

Nutty, crunchy, and chocolatey- this Dark Chocolate Granola comes together with just 10 simple ingredients. Wholesome, budget-friendly, and perfect for breakfast or snacking!

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Course: Snack

Cuisine: International

Servings: 20 ¼ cup servings

Equipment

1 food processor
1 mixing bowl + spatula
1 baking tin + parchment paper

Ingredients

2 ½ cups (300 g) cups large flaked rolled oats *see notes
½ cup (65 g) pecans
½ cup (75 g) hazelnuts blanched *see notes
½ cup (80 g) almonds
⅓ cup (50 g) pumpkin seeds
4 tablespoon coconut oil *melted
½ cup (160 g) maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup (35 g) cocoa powder
⅓ cup (65 g) (vegan) dark chocolate chips *see notes

You can find detailed step-by step-photos above the recipe card.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 340°F (170°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper..
Pulse the nuts: Add pecans, hazelnuts, almonds and pumpkin seeds to a food processor. Pulse a few times until roughly chopped (you want texture, not nut flour).
½ cup pecans , ½ cup hazelnuts blanched , ½ cup almonds , ⅓ cup pumpkin seeds
Mix the wet ingredients: In a small pan, gently heat coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder. Stir until smooth and glossy.
⅓ cup cocoa powder, 4 tablespoon coconut oil , ½ cup maple syrup , 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Combine: In a large bowl, mix oats and chopped nuts and seeds. Pour the chocolate mixture over the top and stir until everything is well coated.
2 ½ cups cups large flaked rolled oats
Bake: Spread evenly on the baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring 2- 3 times to prevent burning and to help it crisp up.
Cool & finish: Let the granola cool completely (it firms up as it cools). Stir in the dark chocolate chips (optional) once cooled completely.
⅓ cup (vegan) dark chocolate chips
Store: Transfer to an airtight jar or container. Keeps well for about 2 weeks.

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Notes

Oats: If you need this recipe to be gluten-free, just go for certified gluten-free oats.
Nuts: I love this nut trio in combination with chocolate but feel free to use your favorite nuts. If you can, opt for blanched hazelnuts- they’re a little milder.
Chocolate chips: I used vegan chocolate but any good-quality dark chocolate will work here. You could also chop up a bar instead of using chocolate chips if that’s what you’ve got.
To Store: Let the granola cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container or jar. Keep at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates.

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