Description
Crunchy, nutty granola clusters with rich dark chocolate – perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
3 cups rolled oats
1 cup chopped almonds
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup chia seeds
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
1/4 cup melted coconut oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
3/4 cup dark chocolate chunks or chips (70% cocoa or higher)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, coconut, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup (or honey), melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well coated.
5. Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet and press down slightly with a spatula.
6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and fragrant.
7. Remove from oven and let cool completely without stirring to allow clusters to form.
8. Once cooled, stir in dark chocolate chunks.
9. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Make sure the granola is completely cool before adding the chocolate to avoid melting.
Try swapping nuts for your favorites, like pecans or cashews.
Serve with yogurt, milk, or enjoy as a crunchy snack on its own.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: granola, dark chocolate, healthy snack, breakfast, oats