Chocolate Crunch Granola Recipe

Name: Chocolate Crunch Granola
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 14 lb dark chocolate (50-55 % cacao); ¾ cup loosely packed dark brown sugar; 3 tablespoons sunflower oil or 3 tablespoons mild olive oil; 3 tablespoons maple syrup; 6 cups rolled oats (about 1 1/2 lb) or 6 cups quick oats (about 1 1/2 lb); 1 ¾ cups Rice Krispies or 1 ¾ cups puffed rice cereal; ½ cup shredded coconut; ½ cup sliced almonds or ½ cup chopped hazelnuts; 2 -3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 pinch fine sea salt

Servings: persons

14 lb dark chocolate (50-55 % cacao)
¾ cup loosely packed dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons sunflower oil or 3 tablespoons mild olive oil
3 tablespoons maple syrup
6 cups rolled oats (about 1 1/2 lb) or 6 cups quick oats (about 1 1/2 lb)
1 ¾ cups Rice Krispies or 1 ¾ cups puffed rice cereal
½ cup shredded coconut
½ cup sliced almonds or ½ cup chopped hazelnuts
2 -3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon cinnamon
1 pinch fine sea salt

1
Preheat the oven to 350F Line a deep metal baking sheet with parchment paper, so that the parchment paper overlaps the rim.
2
Chop the chocolate.
3
Place water and sugar into a small pot and bring to a boil until the sugar has dissolved, then remove from heat.
4
Stir in oil, maple syrup, and chopped chocolate until well blended.
5
Mix the remaining ingredients together in a large bowl, then pour the chocolate syrup over it.
6
Stir well (either with a large spoon or with your hands) and make sure all oats are well covered with the dark syrup.
7
Break down larger clusters to your liking.
8
Spread evenly onto the prepared baking sheet and bake in the middle of the oven for 30 to 40 minutes (to make sure that the granola bakes evenly, take out the sheet every 10 minutes and stir).
9
Take it out of the oven as soon as the granola is baked through and let cool completely on the baking sheet it develops crunchiness as it cools.
10
Serve with milk, yogurt or even ice cream.
11
Keeps in an airtight container for weeks.

9989

kcal

Calories

530

Fat

1187

Carbs

122

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 14 lb dark chocolate (50-55 % cacao), ¾ cup loosely packed dark brown sugar, 3 tablespoons sunflower oil or 3 tablespoons mild olive oil, 3 tablespoons maple syrup, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Crunch Granola falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chocolate Crunch Granola

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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