Granola Recipe (with Chocolate & Peanut Butter)

caitlinbrae — Mon, 17 May 2021 12:05:00 +0000

This granola recipe is loaded with chocolate and peanut butter. It makes large crunchy clusters and is loaded with oats, nuts, and cocoa powder. If you are thinking about making a crunchy snack, stop and make this healthy chocolate peanut butter granola! It is an all time favorite and you won’t regret it.

Granola recipe with chocolate and peanut butter

Are you a granola lover like me? Because I am sharing this delicious chocolate peanut butter granola that it truly a crowd favorite! It makes a wonderful breakfast, snack, or can even be enjoyed for dessert! Once you start making your own homemade granola (and realize how easy it is) you won’t look back.

Ingredients needed for this peanut butter granola recipe

Granola recipes require simple ingredients like oats, nuts, natural sweeteners, dried fruit and chocolate chips (of course!). This granola is a fun twist on traditional granola and requires just 10 simple ingredients.

Oats: Oats are the main ingredient in this granola. You’ll need 2 and 1/2 cups of rolled oats for this recipe.

Peanuts: Peanuts add a crunchy and nutty flavor. If you don’t like peanuts, feel free to add any nuts you like. However, peanuts are a great addition because they add to the peanut butter flavor.

Chocolate chips: Chocolate chips are a must! I love using chocolate chunks but feel free to use regular chocolate chips. You can use milk chocolate, semi sweet chocolate, or dark chocolate chips. The options are endless!

Chia seeds: Chia seeds add a slight crunch and many nutrients to this granola. Chia seeds are loaded with antioxidants and fiber. If you don’t have any chia seeds on hand, you can omit them from the recipe.

Cocoa powder: Cocoa powder adds the perfect chocolate flavor along with the chocolate chips. Cocoa powder can be a tad bitter but, if it’s combined with an all natural sweetener it creates the best rich chocolate flavor.

Creamy peanut butter: Creamy peanut butter helps this granola stick together and gives it a perfect peanut butter flavor. If you aren’t a fan of peanut butter, feel free to use another nut butter like almond butter. However, using almond butter will change the flavor profile.

Honey: Honey also helps this granola stick together and adds the perfect amount of sweetness. Feel free to substitute in maple syrup if you don’t have any honey.

Coconut sugar: Coconut sugar helps add crunch and sweetness to this recipe! It also helps create large, sweet clusters (which is the best part)!

Vanilla extract: Adding vanilla extract helps to enhance all of the delicious flavors.

Salt: Salt also helps enhance the flavors and pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the honey. Salty and sweet is the best combo!

Why you’ll love this granola recipe

You’re going to love this granola recipe! Here are a few reasons why it’s so great:

This recipe makes large chunks of granola.

This granola is loaded with chocolate and peanut butter flavor.

It is easy to make!

This recipe makes a large batch so it will last all week long!

You can serve this granola with yogurt or enjoy it on its own.

It requires 10 simple ingredients.

This recipe has crunchy bites of salted peanuts and chocolate chips.

What makes this homemade chocolate granola healthier

First off, the main ingredient in this granola is oats. Oats are a great source of whole grains, fiber and antioxidants. They are also super filling so they make a great snack or breakfast.

Secondly, adding chia seeds to this recipe adds a slight crunch and many other benefits like antioxidants, minerals and fiber. I love adding them in my oatmeal and granola.

Thirdly, creamy peanut butter is a must for this recipe. Make sure to use an all natural kind with no added sugar. Creamy peanut butter tends to be very oily so make sure you give it a good stir before measuring.

Variations and substitutes

Below you’ll find a few variations and substitutes that work well in this granola recipe.

Maple syrup or honey. While this recipe uses honey, feel free to use some pure maple syrup instead. Make sure you use pure maple syrup as it only has one ingredient.

Coconut sugar or white sugar. This recipe calls for 1/4 cup of coconut sugar but feel free to use white sugar or brown sugar.

Peanuts or cashews. To go along with the peanut butter flavor, this recipe calls for 1 cup of peanuts. However, if you don’t have peanuts feel free to use cashews, almonds or walnuts.

How to store and serve

Store the remaining granola in an airtight container in the fridge for a week or on your counter at room temperature for 2-3 days. I find it best to store in the fridge as it lasts much longer!

Pro tip: if you’re looking for a fun hostess gift; make a batch of this granola, store it in baggies and add a cute bow. It’s perfect for gifting!

I love storing my granola in the fridge and serving it over greek yogurt! Here are a few other ways you can enjoy it.

Serve this granola over a mixture of plain and vanilla greek yogurt.

You can enjoy it on its own!

Drizzle some creamy peanut butter on top.

Enjoy it like cereal with some milk!

Add some fresh fruit! Granola and fruit is a great combination.

Other delicious granola recipes you will love

If you’re looking for some more delicious granola treats, make sure to try these two below!

The Best Cluster Granola

Simple and Healthy 5 Seed Power Bars

Peanut Butter and Jelly Chex Mix Granola

Classic Maple Walnut Granola

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Granola Recipe with Chocolate and Peanut Butter

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Chocolate Granola, Cluster Granola Recipe, Healthy Granola, Peanut Butter Chocolate Granola, Peanut Butter Granola

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 18

Total Time 2

Servings

Calories 285kcal

Ingredients

2 ½ cups oats or gluten free oats
1 cup peanuts
½ cup chocolate chips
¼ cup chia seeds
¼ cup cocoa powder
¼ cup coconut sugar
½ cup honey
½ cup creamy peanut butter
1 tbsp water
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 300 degrees and line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, add the oats, peanuts, chocolate chips, chia seeds, cocoa powder and coconut sugar. Mix until combined.
In a microwave safe bowl, add the honey, creamy peanut butter, water, salt and vanilla. Stir together. Microwave for 15 second and give it a good stir. Microwave again for another 15 seconds and stir. You want the mixture to be runny so it is easy to mix into the dry ingredients.
Pour the peanut butter mixture into the large bowl with the oat mixture. Make sure to use a very large bowl so it is easy to mix! Mix until fully combined and everything is coated. Use your hands if needed. It may take a minute or two to combine.
Dump the mixture onto your prepared cooking sheet. Pat it down flat with a spoon or spatula to form an even layer. (If it seems a little dry that's ok, it will stick together as you pat it down to form an even layer)
Bake for 18 minutes. Turn off the oven and let the pan sit in the warm oven for an hour. Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for another hour. You want the granola to cool fully. This helps to make chunky granola!
Once the granola has fully cooled, break it up into chunks with your hands. Enjoy!
Store the remaining granola in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

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