Chocolate Granola {With Flaxseeds}

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Making homemade granola is as easy as mixing ingredients in a pan and baking them together. Adding chocolate to that homemade granola is a game changer when it comes to snacking. It’s a stunningly healthy way to energize at any time of the day or night with a homemade treat on its own or with yogurt.

Shallow bowl of homemade chocolate granola with fingers grabbing large chunk

Ingredients to make the recipe

Rolled oats: With their high level of natural fiber that helps reduce cholesterol, rolled oats are the base of most granola recipes like this one. Opt for rolled or old fashioned instead of quick.
Flaxseeds: They are rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids and deliver an amazing amount of natural fiber ideal for improving digestion. They help bulk up the granola, add texture and nutrients. Don’t grind them. Keep the whole.
Chocolate and cocoa powder: This is where all the chocolate comes from. Opt for unsweetened cocoa powder and a chopped chocolate bar instead of chocolate chips for larger chunks and less sweetness.
Honey and vanilla extract: For sweetening the recipe, but feel free to swap it for agave syrup or maple syrup.
Coconut oil: Melt it and use it to combine the ingredients together so they get sticky and blend well.
Cinnamon and salt: For flavoring; you can add nutmeg, ginger, cardamom or other spices here instead of some or all of the cinnamon. But don’t skip the salt since it helps to round out the flavor.

How to make chocolate granola

Add the coconut oil, honey, vanilla, cocoa powder, salt and cinnamon to a bowl.
Stir until combined.
Add in the oats and flaxseeds.
Stir until well mixed.

4 image collage to show how to make the ingredients step-by-step in a large white bowl

Bake and fold the chocolate

Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet.
Bake.
Add the chopped chocolate, stir and let cool.

3 image collage to show the steps for cooking the granola

Tips for making the recipe

Make is sweeter by increasing the amount of honey in the recipe. The unsweetened coco powder can be very bitter for some. If you like things on the sweeter end of the granola spectrum, feel free to add 2-3 more tablespoons of the sweetener.
Use dark or semi-sweet chocolate bar rather than chocolate chips. Chocolate chips contain a lot more sugar than a typical bar, which can alter the flavor of the granola. Just chop the bar into medium pieces (~ ½” or less).
Add fruits to the granola recipe. I think the best fruits with the chocolate flavor are dried cranberries or tart dried cherries. If you’re adding dried fruit, I recommend adding ¾ cup at the same time as the chopped chocolate. You can also add ½ cup of coconut flakes if you prefer a chocolate and coconut combination.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it keep?

Once your granola has fully cooled, transfer it to an airtight container. It will keep well in the fridge for up to a month at room temperature.

How do you serve it?

I like to place some of the chocolate granola on top of some Greek yogurt for a quick easy and healthy breakfast, or pour over some milk to enjoy. Its also great to top muffins and other baked goods to add a layer of texture. It’s also a great on the go snack!

Is it vegan?

I make my granola with honey, so it isn’t truly vegan, but you can easily swap this for maple syrup or stevia to make this totally plant based.

Jar canister of chocolate granola with wooden spoon on side with granola on it

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