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Rich, crunchy, and not too sweet—this chocolate granola is packed with dark chocolate, oats, nuts, and dried cherries. Perfect for snacking, breakfast, or dessert toppings!
Prep Time: 15 minutes.
Cook Time: 30 minutes
How Many Servings?
12 servings
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| 2.5 lbs oats (I used gluten-free organic) | |
| 4 oz whole almonds | |
| 12 oz chocolate Pieces (70% cocoa) | |
| 4 oz honey | |
| 2 oz maple | |
| 8 oz unsalted butter | |
| 4 oz coconut (shredded and unsweetened) | |
| 4 oz dry cherries | |
| 2 teaspoons salt |
Preparation
1
Prepare the Wet Ingredients
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, whisk in the honey and maple syrup until well combined and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly while you prep the dry ingredients.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, whisk in the honey and maple syrup until well combined and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly while you prep the dry ingredients.
2
Mix and Coat the Oats
Add the oats, almonds, and salt to a large mixing bowl. Pour in the melted butter mixture and stir well until all the oats are evenly coated. Spread the mixture out onto a baking sheet in an even layer.
Add the oats, almonds, and salt to a large mixing bowl. Pour in the melted butter mixture and stir well until all the oats are evenly coated. Spread the mixture out onto a baking sheet in an even layer.
3
Bake and Stir
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 minutes. Remove from the oven and give the granola a good stir to ensure even toasting. Return the tray to the oven and bake for another 12 minutes. If the oats are not yet a light golden brown, leave them in for a few extra minutes—just keep a close eye so they don’t burn.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 minutes. Remove from the oven and give the granola a good stir to ensure even toasting. Return the tray to the oven and bake for another 12 minutes. If the oats are not yet a light golden brown, leave them in for a few extra minutes—just keep a close eye so they don’t burn.
4
Toast Coconut & Add Chocolate
While the granola finishes baking, spread the shredded coconut on a baking sheet and toast it in the oven for about 8 minutes, tossing halfway through to prevent burning. Once golden and fragrant, transfer the hot coconut into a large mixing bowl. Add the chocolate pieces right away, and stir with a large spoon until the chocolate melts and evenly coats the coconut.
While the granola finishes baking, spread the shredded coconut on a baking sheet and toast it in the oven for about 8 minutes, tossing halfway through to prevent burning. Once golden and fragrant, transfer the hot coconut into a large mixing bowl. Add the chocolate pieces right away, and stir with a large spoon until the chocolate melts and evenly coats the coconut.
5
Cool & Finish
Transfer the chocolate-coated coconut mixture back onto the baking sheet and spread it out evenly. Let it cool completely. Once cooled, mix in the toasted coconut and dried cherries. Enjoy your homemade chocolate granola as a snack, breakfast topping, or straight from the jar!
Transfer the chocolate-coated coconut mixture back onto the baking sheet and spread it out evenly. Let it cool completely. Once cooled, mix in the toasted coconut and dried cherries. Enjoy your homemade chocolate granola as a snack, breakfast topping, or straight from the jar!
Recipe Tips & Suggestions
Storage Tips
1- Room Temperature: Store your chocolate granola in an airtight container or a sealed glass jar at room temperature. It will stay fresh and crunchy for up to 2 weeks.
2- Refrigeration (Optional): If your kitchen is warm, you can refrigerate it to preserve the chocolate and extend freshness. Just be sure it’s sealed well to avoid moisture.
3- Freezer Friendly: Yes, granola freezes beautifully! Store in a freezer-safe zip-top bag or container for up to 3 months. Just let it come to room temp before serving for the best texture.