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Chocolate granola in baking tray

Homemade Chocolate Granola

This homemade granola is so delicious and low in sugar and it is so easy to make, you will never buy granola again.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Servings: 12
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups organic gluten free rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup mixed chopped nuts, walnuts, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup dark semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened raw cacao powder
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • a pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, walnuts, sunflower seeds, coconut flakes, raw cacao powder, and salt.
  3. In a small saucepan (or microwave-safe bowl), melt the coconut oil. Stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture over the dry ingredients and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Spread the granola evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Let it cool completely before breaking it into clusters.
  5. Let the granola cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.