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Chocolate Coconut Granola with Palm Sugar Recipe

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  • Author: Hailey
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: About 6 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Chocolate Granola with Coconut Palm Sugar combines wholesome oats, bran flakes, and flaxseeds with rich cocoa and natural sweeteners for a delicious and crunchy breakfast or snack. Enhanced with warm cinnamon and melty dark chocolate chips, this granola offers a perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors, crafted with wholesome ingredients and baked to crunchy perfection.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
  • 1 1/2 cups Bran Flakes
  • 1/2 cup Flaxseeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • Ground Cinnamon, to taste

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Palm Sugar
  • 5 tablespoons Honey

Finishing

  • 1/2 cup Dark Chocolate Chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) and line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, pour in the old fashioned rolled oats, bran flakes, and flaxseeds. Stir these together until evenly mixed.
  3. Make Chocolate Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut oil, unsweetened cocoa powder, and coconut palm sugar until fully combined. Then add honey and salt, mixing thoroughly until it forms a smooth, liquid-y paste.
  4. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the chocolate liquid mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir well until all the oats and bran flakes are thoroughly moistened by the chocolate paste. Sprinkle generously with ground cinnamon, then toss the mixture to coat evenly before baking.
  5. First Bake: Spread the granola mixture evenly on the prepared cookie sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to start crisping.
  6. Stir and Continue Baking: Remove the granola from the oven and stir it, flipping pieces to promote even browning. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the granola reaches your desired crunchiness.
  7. Finish with Chocolate Chips: Once baked, remove the granola from the oven and immediately sprinkle the dark chocolate chips over the warm granola. Sprinkle a little more cinnamon, then stir to mix. The chocolate chips will partially melt and help bind the clusters together for a delightful texture.
  8. Cool and Store: Let the granola cool completely before storing it in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain its crunch and freshness.
  9. Serve: Enjoy your homemade chocolate granola as a breakfast cereal with milk or yogurt, or as a snack on its own.

Notes

  • You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option, though this will change the flavor slightly.
  • Adjust the amount of cinnamon according to your personal taste preference for more warmth and spice.
  • For a nuttier flavor and added texture, consider adding chopped nuts such as almonds or walnuts before baking.
  • Store in an airtight container to keep the granola fresh and crunchy for up to two weeks.
  • If you prefer less sweet granola, reduce the palm sugar by half or adjust to taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: chocolate granola, homemade granola, coconut palm sugar, healthy breakfast, vegan granola option, nutritious snack, baked granola, chocolate oats

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