Easy Chocolate Granola

This easy Chocolate Granola recipe is made with only 9 ingredients and is sure to quickly become a favorite treat! Simple to make and easy to eat- this is a must-try that is perfect for breakfast or snacking.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Servings servings

Calories 176kcal

Author Jesseca

Equipment

Ingredients

1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons oil
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 cups rolled oats
1 cup chopped pecans optional

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 250 degrees.
Line a baking tray with parchment or a silicone mat for easy cleanup. Set aside.
Combine the brown sugar, honey, oil, vanilla, salt, and cocoa powder to a large bowl. Whisk to fully combine, making sure no clumps remain.
Add the oats and nuts, if using. Toss to fully combine.
Spread the mixture onto the prepared tray, spreading into an even layer.
Bake for 30 minutes.
Gently mix, trying not to break up any clusters, and bake an additional 30 minutes.
Turn off the oven and allow the granola to cool completely inside.
Keep stored in an airtight container until ready to enjoy.

Notes

Add a pinch of cinnamon to the cocoa powder for a fun twist on the flavor.
Stir in 1/2 to 1 cup of coconut flakes before baking.
Adding a handful of seeds, like sunflower seeds, add additional crunch.
Dried fruit turn this heavenly. My favorite? Chopped dried cherries.

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