
By now, you probably know I have a thing for granola. But what you probably don’t know is that I also have a thing for chocolate.
Wait. You already knew that, too (obviously). Hmph.
Well, then you won’t be surprised that I’m sharing a recipe for chocolate granola! Besides, who doesn’t want a (healthier) version of Cocoa Puffs in their life?

This chocolate granola is inspired by one I tried recently by Purely Elizabeth. I demolished the whole bag in a matter of days and knew I wanted to create a version for the blog.
This recipe is simple, requiring just 9 ingredients and roughly 30 minutes to make!
The base is nuts, oats, chia seeds, and coconut. To keep things on the healthier side, I went with maple syrup and coconut sugar for natural sweetness. And the chocolate flavor comes from both cocoa powder and vegan dark chocolate! Yessss, come to Mama.

I hope you all LOVE this chocolate granola! It’s:
Crunchy
Nutty
Chocolate-infused
Perfectly sweet
Protein- + Fiber-rich
Quick + easy to make
& Delicious!
This would make the perfect quick breakfast or on-the-go snack. I love adding this granola to some coconut yogurt and berries for an easy summertime breakfast or snack when I don’t feel like cooking.
For more granola recipes, be sure to check out our 7-Ingredient Quinoa Granola, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola, Banana Bread Granola, Nut ‘n’ Honey Coconut Granola, Chunky Coconut Granola, Strawberry Coconut Granola, Grain-Free Granola, and Gingerbread Granola!
If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don’t forget to tag a photo #minimalistbaker on Instagram! We’d love to see what you come up with. Cheers, friends!

Sea Salt Dark Chocolate Granola
Ingredients
- 3 cups gluten-free rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped raw nuts (almonds, pecans, and/or walnuts are best)
- 1/4 cup desiccated or shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 2 Tbsp chia seeds
- 3 Tbsp coconut or organic cane sugar (or other dry sweetener of choice)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup coconut (or avocado) oil
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (plus more to taste // or other liquid sweetener of choice)
- 1/2 cup vegan dark chocolate chips or chunks (optional // sweeter chocolate is best – I like Trader Joe’s 72% dark chocolate bar)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 340 degrees F (171 C).
- To a food processor (or mixing bowl), add the oats, nuts, coconut, chia seeds, coconut sugar, salt, and cocoa powder. Pulse a few times (or stir) to combine.
- In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the coconut oil and maple syrup until melted and combined. Pour over the dry ingredients and mix or stir well. If using a food processor, this breaks down the oats and nuts a bit more so it’s a finer texture, but this is optional.
- Spread the mixture evenly onto a baking sheet (or more baking sheets if making a larger batch) and bake for 17-24 minutes (or until fragrant and deep golden brown), stirring a bit near the halfway point to ensure even baking.
- Let cool completely. Then add chocolate (optional). Place in a container that has an air-tight seal, and it should keep for a few weeks. Or store in the freezer up to 1 month or longer.
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Notes
*Recipe makes ~4 ½ cups granola.
AK says
Love this recipe!! Discovered it on natasha oceanes YouTube video, and have made it constantly since then- I have it most mornings, and make a batch almost every other day to ensure a constant supply. My family loves it too! Thanks for sharing
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Love it! Thanks so much for the lovely review, AK, so glad you all enjoy this recipe!
Kristina says
Love this granola so so so much!! I have made it several times and it’s my favorite!! I usually don’t have at home any coconut or chia seeds, so I skip those and replace the coconut oil with a regular canola one, but it still works like a charm! Love it and highly recommend trying it!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Whoop! We’re so glad you enjoy it, Kristina! Thank you for sharing! xo
Desirée says
So easy to make and sooo delicious. I left out the chocolate chips and it was still very tasty.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Desirée! Thank you for sharing! xo
Coco says
I’ve made this twice as I love Purely Elizabeth Granola and wanted to try and make it. The second time I made it I omitted the sugar and just went with Maple Syrup as I found the recipe a little sweet the first time I made it. I also am not a chocolate + breakfast person, so both times I just omitted that as well.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Lovely! Thank you for sharing, Coco! xo
Pips says
Making my second batch right now because the first one was so good, it actually tasted just like store bought granola but healthier! I also love how you show alternative ingredients :)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you’re enjoying it! Thank you for the lovely review! xo
Kelly says
This was so Delicious! Everybody in the house thought so too. I am not even a Chocolate Granola person (even though I love both) but when I saw the recipe, something made me have to make it. I put about 1 Tbsp, or so, less of Maple Syrup and it was so tasty, smelled so good, and not a fuss to make.
Thank you for the recipe.
Everyone was a little mad that it made the house smell like chocolate cake, at least until they tasted it :)
I’m also going to keep this in mind as a great gift idea. And of course for myself :)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Such a great gift idea! We’re so glad everyone in your house enjoyed it. Thank you for the lovely review, Kelly! xo
D Sabe says
I added peanut butter, toasted buckwheat groats, flax meal, hemp seeds, chocolate protein powder, and date paste. So… I guess I didn’t really follow the recipe so closely, but it was a great idea that I could run with and I’m super happy with the crunchy, chocolatey result.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yum, those modifications sound lovely! Thank you for sharing! xo
Tom says
This granola, like nearly all other granola recipes, is much too sweet. It increases your risk of getting (type 2) diabetes.
Yes, you can use lower sugar alternatives, like stevia or xylitol, but they have potential health issues too. They all just contribute to being a sugar junkie.
deniz says
this is one of my favourite things in the world. i saw it in one of natacha oceane’s videos and me as a granola hater – i’ve been making it for the past year and have to ration it. i leave out the chocolate and coconut chips since i find both flavours to be enough as is but this is truly INCREDIBLE.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoy it so much, Deniz! Thank you for the lovely review! xo
Stacey says
I make this every other week for breakfasts. So delicious and the best homemade granola I ever made.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoy it, Stacey! Thank you for sharing! xo
Melannie Lopez says
10/10 I was unsure of this recipe because I’m not a granola fan, but I was obsessed with purely Elizabeth so I decided to give it a go.
The absolute best granola ever, I made these into chunkier pieces and was even eating it as a snack.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Woohoo! Love to hear this. Thanks so much, Melannie!
Tiffany says
We have allergies to nuts – what can we use as a substitute?
Thanks!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Tiffany! You can omit the nuts here and increase the coconut and oats slightly to compensate. Hope this helps!
Liz says
Try subbing seeds like pumpkin and sunflower. I also like buckwheat groats in my granola which would be a good pairing with the cocoa.
Meghan says
So so so good! I was addicted to the purely elizabeth version but this is better, cheaper, and healthier! Baking it was torture though, it filled the house with a lovely chocolatey scent!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! So glad you enjoyed, Meghan. Thanks so much for the lovely review!
Becca says
This recipe is soo delishhhh😍 Thank you very much. I didn’t have has many nuts so i added 1/4 of amaranth and it turned out amazing. Greetings from Mexico.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Becca! Thank you for the lovely review! xo
Allison G says
I love this granola so much, I’ve made it at least a dozen times. I feel that the recipe is spot on in terms of flavoring, the salt is assertive without being too salty for me. I often leave out the chocolate chips, because I’m usually out. It’s like getting to eat a brownie for breakfast!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Amazing! We’re so glad you enjoy it, Allison. Thank you for sharing! xo
Yuri says
Mouthwatering granola!!! So easy to make! I burned it the first time bc I had trouble judging by the color/crispiness and baked it for waaay to long. Second time I followed the recipe and came out perfect! Paired it with your coconut yogurt, amazing!!!!!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
So glad you enjoy it, Yuri! Thank you for sharing your experience! xo
YingYing Chen says
Can i know why we need to blend for this recipe.
Will this recipe get cluster cause all is blended up… thanks with Love 💓💓
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi, Chopping helps it get more crispy, but is not essential!
Wendy says
Love this! I used lower glycemic Agave Nectar instead of maple syrup and added a heavy sprinkle of cinnamon, ginger and a smeller sprinkle of turmeric.
Delicious!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yumm, sounds amazing! Thanks for the lovely review, Wendy! xo
Sophia Tsoulfas says
Hi there!
I’m really interested in making this. Is there a way to make it oil free? Avocado oil is very expensive and I never buy coconut oil either because it always ends up going to waste :/
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Sophia, you could try using aquafaba (similar to this recipe) or sub another neutral-flavored oil. Hope that helps!
Sophia says
This is my first time to ever make my own granola, now I can goodbye to the store-bought granola! I’ve decided to omit the sugar, and it was still very good :)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Woohoo! We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Sophia. Thanks so much for sharing! xo
Caroll Flores says
THIS IS RIDICULOUSLY ( rondonculous!) DELICIOUS and I do not even like chocolate. I made the recipe as is and it is delicious.
My husband loves dark chocolate and this was perfect. Too bad my daughter is allergic to nuts because she’s just like her daddy and the heavenly chocolate aroma permeating in the kitchen is making her bananas.
For the next batch (YES I WILL BE MAKING AGAIN), I will try what Tessa said: 1/4 cup maple, 2tbs coconut oil, 1/2c apple sauce, 2 tbsp coconut sugar, and 1/4 cup dark chocolate. Making changes to lessen fat and sugar since we are trying to lessen sugar & fat in our diet.
BUT THIS IS DELICIOUS AS IS! Thank you!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Woohoo! So happy this granola is thoroughly enjoyed, Caroll! Thanks for the lovely review! xo
Madeline says
Hi, I really love purely elizabeth granola, but the original flavor. Do you think this would be similar to the original flavor and turn out alright if I just omitted the cocoa powder from this recipe?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Madeline, we think it’s worth a shot! You might also want to reduce the liquid ingredients slightly to compensate. Let us know how it turns out!
Cat says
Made this today and have shared the recipe and photos with all my foodie friends :) totally delicious and easy to make! I cut the sugar and maple syrup in half and it was sweet enough for me. Will make this regularly!!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Woohoo! We’re so glad you enjoy it, Cat. Thanks for sharing! xo
@athomerestaurant says
Absolutely incredible 😍 found this recipe through Natacha Oceane – she said she can’t stop snacking on it and neither can I! Didn’t use the choc chips because it’s not needed.
haha yay! Thanks for sharing!!
Kavya says
Dana, you’re a bloody genius and I love you. More than once, I’ve had this granola with every meal of the day. I’m talking breakfast, snack, lunch, snack, dinner, snack and about 50 other ‘snacks times’ that were not included in this list. Suffice to say, this granola is ambrosial. Makes for an excellent holiday gift. (Be warned, though, your friends and family may have a greater sense of affection and care for the food you produce than for *you*, upon tasting this granola.)
haha thanks, Kavya!! So kind!! This one is definitely a favorite in our house!
Chica says
One of the best chocolate granola recipes. I add some cinnamon and vanilla to it. After it cools, I add dry cranberries, cherries or blueberries. Dare you not to pick at it while it is cooling off…
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoy it! Thanks so much for the lovely review!
Libby says
This granola is SO GOOD. So chocolatey and I love the saltiness with it. Changes I made: added a lot of vanilla in the syrup and oil mixture. I didn’t measure just splashed some in. Added cinnamon to granola mixture as well, plus some extra salt, nuts, and cocoa powder. Left out chocolate chips and dry sugar, added extra maple syrup. I am seriously addicted. Please make this you will not regret it, also I highlllyyy recommend the vanilla and cinnamon additions..
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Amazing! Thanks so much for the lovely review, Libby! xo
Michele says
Awesome! Made it without the coconut sugar, added dried cranberries. I used walnuts as well as some hazelnuts I had bought for Christmas that didn’t get eaten. Such a delicious start to my day.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Michele! Thanks so much for sharing! xo
Kristy says
Yummy! I made this yesterday with seeds instead of nuts and i couldn’t get shredded coconut, only toasted, So I added that in after baking along with a handful of cranberries. Thanks for this!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Sounds lovely! Thanks for sharing, Kristy!
Lele says
Yum perfect snack!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! Thanks for the lovely review, Lele!
Erica says
This recipe was soooo good! I can’t stop eating it! I only used 1/3 cup maple syrup and 2 tablespoons of coconut sugar and it still came out sweet and delicious! I found the cook time of 21 minutes to be the perfect timing. Thank you for yet another great recipe!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoy it, Erica! Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo
Tessa says
I cut the maple syrup in half (1/4 cup) and the coconut oil (2 tbs) and added a half cup apple sauce in its place. Also, only added 2 tbs sugar. I also used 1/4 cup chocolate chips and 1/4 cup dried cranberries. Overall very pleased with the result, thank you for this great recipe! I definitely ended up with way more than 4.5 cups though…which is definitely not a bad thing!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks for sharing your experience, Tessa!
Lisa says
I don’t have maple syrup on hand, can I use only coconut sugar (dry sweetener)?
If it can, how much?
Many thanks.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Lisa, we aren’t sure that would work as there wouldn’t be enough moisture. But let us know if you try it!
Jaklin Orlowski says
This chocolate sea salt granola is so delicious! At first I thought it was too much cocoa powder, but I stayed true to the recipe and it only alteration I made was using Sukrin Gold Brown Sugar instead of coconut sugar, and it was perfection. The subtle salty background huts just the right note. A million times better than any sugar laden chocolate granola you can buy at a store. I had a bowl of it thus morning with almond milk, and it made a light chocolaty cereal all on it’s own. Bravo.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! We’re so glad you enjoy it, Jaklin. Thanks for sharing!
Vaishnavi Ravinutala says
Reviewing this again because I forgot to rate this recipe, but I absolutely love it! I’ve made it dozens of times, and it’s so versatile. I’ve used it to top my granola, smoothies, and many times as a breakfast/snack by itself!!!
Amazing! Thanks for sharing, Vaishnavi!
Carrie says
Yum!!!! I made this for my dad for Christmas and I had a hard time stopping myself from “sampling” it too much. I only put the nuts in the food processor and left it in the oven for the full 24 minutes, mixing it once halfway through. It’s so crunchy and yummy. I did chop up some 85% dark chocolate into it, but it sure didn’t need it – it was really good without. I might actually cut down on the amount of sugar if I were to make it again. So good, but doesn’t need to be quite as sweet.
Thank you!! Thanks for sharing, Carrie!
Calista says
This is SO delicious and easy to make! Thank you!!!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoy it, Calista! Thanks so much for sharing! xo
Vaishnavi Ravinutala says
Love this recipe!!!! I only have one question. I’ve made it in the past without using a food processor (as I don’t have one), and it still came out amazing. I simply mixed all the ingredients together. I was wondering what the purpose of using a food processor was.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Vaishnavi, We’re so glad you enjoy this recipe and thanks for sharing your experience! The food processor chops the nuts/oats, but it’s not essential. Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! Xo
Karis says
I made this last week and it lasted less than 2 days, haha! It is was so good! My issue was that mine didn’t turn out very crunchy, would that be because I didn’t leave it long enough in the oven? It was so good otherwise!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Karis, that’s possible. Or the pan was overcrowded?
Morag says
I was looking for a chocolate granola recipe to replace a discontinued product and this was the perfect choice ! So delicious as it is written and also with some additions if you desire, thanks 😊
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! We’re so glad you enjoy it. Thanks so much for the lovely review!
Julia says
Loved this! I also omitted the choc chips and the recipe was still just as good! Super yummy and a great morning staple!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Julia! Thanks so much for sharing! xo
Ratty says
Made this today and it was absolutely delicious. Used a mix of Pecans, Walnuts, Almonds and Hazelnuts and the Hazelnuts really gave it a Chocolate Spread (Read Nutella) vibe. I was wondering if you had any tips for me to make it clumpier? almost like small clusters? as those pieces were the best.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Ratty, love the nutella vibe! You could pulse less in the food processor and/or chop the nuts and then add everything to a bowl. Also, avoiding mixing it much during cooking so that it sticks together. Hope that helps!
Maria says
Do you have any tips if I don’t own a food processor?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Maria, you could roughly chop the nuts and then add everything to a bowl. Let us know how it goes!
Diana says
I make this all the time. It is so good. This morning I added a teaspoon of cinnamon. I hadn’t realized it could get any bette, but it did! Thank you for this delicious gift of a recipe
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Whoop! So glad you enjoy it, Diana! Thanks so much for sharing!
Meg says
This was my first time making granola (so I don’t have much to compare it to), but not only was it SO easy to make, it was soooooo so so delicious! I had choc chips ready to go, but decided to omit them. Still gave me the chocolate hit I was looking for (and is that tiniest bit healthier). Can’t wait to try all of your other granola recipes!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Meg =) Thanks for sharing! xo
belle says
Do I need to store the granola on the fridge? Loved it btw
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! You don’t have to, but it will keep for longer.
alexandra says
for a long time i had a favorite store-bought coconut-chocolate granola but had to stop eating it when i got my coeliac diagnose about 8 years ago. since then, i’ve been buying numerous different gluten-free granolas, but none of them were even close. i was actually very disappointed in purely elisabeth’s chocolate granola because i was hoping for a very specific taste and it wasn’t it. but here it is!!! as soon as i tried granola from your recipie, i got transported back to my favorite taste. thank you!!!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Aw, yay! We’re so glad this recipe brought you back! Thanks so much for the lovely review, Alexandra!
Elizabeth says
The first time I tried this recipe I thought “I am never making another granola recipe again. This is a winner.” I have made it once a month since summer 2017 (only pausing in October and November, when I make the MB pumpkin maple pecan granola instead). So I am LONG overdue to review this. It is delicious! I have made this using regular cocoa powder and dark cocoa powder, and I think the dark cocoa powder is far superior (perhaps because I omit the chocolate chips). I like to eat it by mixing it with mashed banana and a spoonful of peanut butter.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re SO glad you enjoy it, Elizabeth! Thanks so much for the lovely review and for sharing your modifications! xo
Dineoclock says
I came across your oil-free aquafaba granola, which I plan to make in the next couple days. Would I be able to use aquafaba instead of the oil in this recipe too? And would the brine from canned pinto beans work the same as the brine from canned chickpeas?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We haven’t tried it, but maybe! Let us know if you do!
Julia M. says
Made this granola so many times, always amazing result! Delicious!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! Thanks so much for sharing, Julia! xo
Giulia says
Added dried cranberries, it was amazing!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yum! Thanks for sharing, Giulia!
sofia says
I finally came around to trying this recipe (after seeing it on Natacha’s youtube video) and it is absolutely incredible. The only problem is that I made it yesterday and I’m half way through the batch already!!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoy it, Sofia! Thanks for sharing!
Megan says
This is my new favorite granola recipe! I have my second batch in the oven as we speak :)
Lovely! Thanks for sharing, Megan!
Élodie says
I absolutely love it! First time ever making granola and really I can’t stop eating it! Thanks for the great recipe! :)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! Thanks so much for the lovely review, Élodie!
Lizzy says
I made this and it was delicious!!
Modifications:
– added 1 tsp of vanilla extract, an extra 1/4 cup of coconut oil, cacao nibs, and probably 2 cups of nuts.
– baked at 325 for about 32 minutes.
– added the coconut flakes 15 minutes into baking to avoid burning them.
– added chopped 72% dark choc after cooling. YUM!! we’re obsessed.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing, Isabella!
Sarah says
This was delicious! It does taste exactly like the Purely Elizabeth brand! I love the combination of dark chocolate and sea salt. This was so easy to make and I will definitely be making it often to snack on throughout the week! Thanks for a great recipe! xo
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Sarah! Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo
Linzy says
I used half the maple syrup so it turned out a bit salty. I didn’t include coconut or nuts. Really yummy!
Natalie Meyer says
I added 1/3 cup of cocoa powder and omitted the cinnamon. Chocolate twist & tasted great!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yum! Thanks for sharing, Natalie!
Kerry says
What would I need to add to make this into a granola bar for the kids afternoon snacks at school? Do you think if I just pressed it into a square baking dish and then cut it into bars it would hold its shape after cooking and not crumble?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Kerry, we think adding dried fruit (such as pitted medjool dates) would help hold them together. See this recipe for inspiration: https://minimalistbaker.com/healthy-brownie-granola-bars/.
Kerry says
Yum! Great recipe! I didn’t add in the additional 3 tbsp of coconut or organic sugar as I didn’t have any but did find it quite salty, this may not have been the case if I had added more sweetener. I think next time I might just reduce the amount of salt and leave out the additional sweetener. I also used cacao nibs instead of vegan dark choc chips and it was still delicious. I love that you only need a small amount and it fills you up! Will definitely be making this again. Thanks for the recipe.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks for sharing, Kerry! Some salts (such as table salt) taste saltier than others (such as sea salt), so perhaps try sea salt and/or reduce it next time. Hope that helps!
Jan says
So scrumptious- we all enjoyed even dubious husband. I would use “rich dark” brown as opposed to “golden” to describe finished baking appearance. But will definitely made it again… and again 😋
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks so much for sharing, Jan. We are so glad you both enjoyed it! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! Xo
Laura says
Amazing recipe, I love the combination of something salty and chocolate! I added roasted peanuts with almonds and I feel it made it even saltier which I love. Recommending this to my friends who are also tired of overly sweet store-bought granola
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks so much for the lovely review, Laura. We are so glad you enjoyed it! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! Xo
MomTo3 says
My kids are obsessed with cereals while I hate letting them have anything that comes in a box and has copious amounts of sugar. While my previous attempts at granola have been reluctantly accepted by them, this version was very happily polished off. Plus it’s super easy to make. My 13 year old makes a batch every week. Thank you so much for the amazing recipe :) I have finally found an awesome replacement for chocolate Kashi!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! We’re so glad they enjoy it! Thanks so much for the lovely review!
Sarah says
Easy recipe, simple ingredients you can tailor to your own likes. I used pecan and hazelnut everything else I keep the same. Magical recipe.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Sarah! Thanks so much for the lovely review!
Katia says
This recipe is amazing, Got it from Natasha Ocean, and I think it might be my fav granola :)))
Eva says
Thank for your recipes, I have already tried different ones from desserts to mains! I have question regarding this one: should I use a mix of blended and no-blended oats? From the pictures, I can see both. Also, how can I make it more crispy? Last time I tried it was still a bit wet after 30min… Thank you and sorry for the silly questions :)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Eva, not silly at all! We recommend using rolled oats in this recipe. Is that what you mean? To make it less wet, you could try reducing the maple syrup slightly next time. Hope that helps!
Eva says
Hi! Thank you for your reply! I meant if I have to blend the oats or not, or use a mixture of some oats that I will blend and some that I will not. I substitute the maple syrup with honey, I will try less next time. Is any of the ingredients crucial for the crispiness?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Eva, You could leave them unblended and mix in with a spoon if you prefer more texture! The oil is primarily what helps it crisp up. Hope that helps!
Elena says
Dana, you are the best! I absolutely love that Purely Elizabeth granola but, sadly, I cannot afford my habit. My daughter claimed that this recipe is better than the store bought kind! We love it so much!
I added a splash of Baker’s Extract to the saucepan with the coconut oil and used a mixture of a quarter cup maple syrup and a quarter cup honey. I just made it last night and had to prep the dry ingredients for the next batch because it’s going to go fast!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you both enjoy it, Elena! Thanks so much for the lovely review!
Olwen says
Can I use dutch processed cocoa powder instead?
I am from the Netherlands and that’s much cheaper here.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Sure!
Meghan says
This recipe was easy to make before the kids woke up, and we all love it! It tastes great, and I think it’ll save me money in the long run. The chocolate granola my kids ask for at the store is $$$! Thank you for this recipe.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoy it, Meghan! Thanks so much for sharing!
Samantha Gould says
I love this recipe! This has become our go to granola. I eat it with yogurt and my husband eats it dry as a snack. The sea salt granular with the chocolate flavor is just amazing. Cannot recommend enough! We do leave out the coconut sugar and don’t miss the sweetness at all!
Isabel Duran says
This granola is amazing!! I used to buy Trader Joe’s clusters granola but this is an upgrade! I take out the coconut shavings because of preference and it works great. I also reduce the salt by a little when I don’t have a good quality salt. DEFINITELY WOULD RECOMMEND:)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! We’re so glad you enjoy it, Isabel! xo
Teressa says
Oh. My. Gosh. So good. I could not stop eating it and I didn’t add the chocolate chunks because I can’t have refined sugar. Another perfect recipe. It’s crunchy and textured beautifully
So great! Thanks for sharing!
Kurt says
Hello! Would this work without maple syrup? Can I add more dry sweetener to make up for the decrease in sweetness?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We don’t think that would work, unfortunately. The maple syrup helps it stick together.
Serena says
I have yet to try this recipe but it looks delicious! I have a lot of steel cut oats that I would like to use up. Would that work? Should I soak them a bit before?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Serena, we wouldn’t recommend steel cut oats in this recipe. Maybe try this recipe instead: https://minimalistbaker.com/the-perfect-bowl-of-oats/
Jen says
Hi! Would this recipe work cooking on the stove top? I don’t have access to an oven :( Thanks!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hmm, we aren’t sure. Possibly in a cast iron skillet over very low heat, stirring frequently? Let us know if you do some experimenting!
Raylea says
Incredible, delicious, scrumptious. Couldn’t love it more!
Added hemp seeds and chia seeds after it cooled to preserve their nutritious goodness but otherwise stuck to the recipe and YUM.
Makrxx says
Hi! What does coconut oil do? Can I substitute it with olive oil for example?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We haven’t tried it, but it should work!
Nicole says
So very delicious! We just made this for an easy Sunday brunch and will enjoy snacking on this throughout the week. Thanks as always for the yummy recipe!
Fiona Patrice O'Brien says
Best granola ever! Perfect for all of the chocolate lovers out there. Will make your house/apartment smell amazing. Personally, I love this granola on top of a smoothie bowl, with some almond milk, or just as a snack.
Ann says
This is so good! Everything sounded delicious so I just tripled it from the jump and no regrets. I made it just like the recipe and I can’t think of anything I’d change. It’s like Cocoa Puffs for grown-ups! Delicious with just non-dairy milk, but adding either dehydrated strawberries or dried cherries knocks it out of the park. (Thanks for the tip about adding the coconut the last five minutes of bake time. Genius! Why didn’t I ever think to do that after so many batches of granola with burnt coconut?) Looking forward to my next (triple) batch.
Albina says
Hi! I always enjoy using your recipes. Thank you so much. For the granola, I mixed together your coconut granola and this recipe. Also, I illuminated sugar because I have a sugar-free lifestyle. Here is what I did:
Ingredients
3 cups of oats
1 and 1/2 c of pecans (I crumbled it by hand)
2/3 of coconut skins ( bought in Whole Foods and broke the pieces by hand)
1/4 of coconut oil
1/2 of honey
Little less than 2/3 of raw cacao (for the richest taste and health benefits)
1 teaspoon of vanilla
Dash of salt (I forgot to put it)
Directions:
1.Preheat oven to 340 F.
2. Put all dry ingredients in the medium metal bowl and mix it well.
3.Microwave honey and coconut oil for 1 min or until oil melts. Than add vanilla and mix oil, vanilla, and honey.
4.Pour out wet ingredients to dry and mix with wooden spoon very well.
5.Put parchment paper on the cookie sheet and slightly spray with olive oil or coconut oil spray(optional)
6.Bake it for 10 min and then turn around the cookie sheet. If desire mix granola so it doesn’t burn. However, if desire to have it chunky, don’t mix.
7.Bake it for 7 more min or until desired
8. Cool it down and enjoy. I like it with protein cashew and almond milk and banana.
Thanks for sharing, Albina!
Albina says
You are welcome. I want to clarify the time to bake is about 12 min or whenever granola is ready. The ovens are different so times might vary.
Kaylan says
Looks so delicious! Do you think steel cut oats would work instead of rolled oats?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Unfortunately, we don’t think that would work. They would be hard to chew.
Lily says
How can the oats be replaced? I’m allergic
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Maybe rice puffs? Or a mix of nuts/seeds!
molly says
This is oh so yummy. I soaked my almonds in water for a few hours (to soften them for easier chopping!) and added some dried cranberries at the end. I’m almost done devouring my second batch! This is my dream granola <3
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Whoop! We’re so glad you enjoy it, Molly! Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo
aurore says
Love the recipe, I have done it 3 times already but i would advise to not use a food processor as it turns the granola in a very powdery consistency.
Wonderful! Thanks for sharing, Aurore! Lovely name, btw ;D
Neikka says
I have made a lot of granolas over the years ~ can’t live without it ~ and finally, I’ve found my all time favourite ❤️ I added a little less salt, but boy is this one just about the most delicious thing I’ve ever eaten and it’s super simple to make and now I’m a pro at making this one ? I miss it up sometimes and throw in some added ingredients, just for variety ?.
Thank you so much for this super delicious and super easy to make double chocolate granola ?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We are so glad you enjoyed it, Neikka! Thank you so much for the lovely review! xo
Lindsay says
How can I cut down on the sweetness without messing up the texture?
Thanks!
You can replace maple syrup with more oil. You can replace coconut sugar with more dry ingredient of choice. OR omit.
Gilles says
What other oil can be used as a substitute to coconut oil or avocado oil?
Olive oil! Sesame could work but will add a more intense flavor. You could also try melted butter or vegan butter.
Hannah says
This was my first time making homemade granola and this recipe is amazing! It finished baking 10 minutes ago and I already had 2 friends ask for the recipe!
Thanks for sharing, Hannah!
Clare says
Just made these now and they smell HEAVENLY! I adjusted the temp to 150C and baked for about 40~50 minutes(flipping the granola once). So chocolately and slightly sweet. Thank you for a wonderful recipe!!
Thanks for sharing, Clare!
Bianca says
Best granola recipe I’ve ever made!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! Thanks for sharing, Bianca! xo
Mars says
Hi, is it possible to make this with instant oats? I have a ton and I LOVE GRANOLA. and I really would like to try making my own.
Thanks!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Mars, we haven’t tried that, but it might work! Let us know if you give it a try!
yuhong says
I tried this recipe, they came out great, very yummy!! I even give it to my friends as presents, they love it. But maybe for my personal preference, next time i’ll only add 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt. Now, it’s a bit salty to me.
Isis Curiel says
First of all I just made this recipe and its phenomenal. I think it would be perfect as granola bars but I do not know how to go about that. Should i form them into bars and bake until crispy or do I need to add something so that the granola binds together more ? Thanks for the awesome recipe!
Glad you liked them! As for making them into granola bars, perhaps this recipe would lend some inspiration to be adapted from?
Ashley says
Hello!
I am in love with your buckwheat granola and I am dying to try this out. Can I substitute aquafaba for the oil in this recipe or is it necessary to bring out the full chocolatey flavor?
Thank you :)
That should work. Use this for inspiration!
Ashley says
I made this with the aquafaba, reduced coconut sugar by 1 tbsp simply due to personal preference, reduced the salt in the granola to just a pinch because the chocolate bar I chopped into it was a salted one and OMG, soooo good! This is just decadent and chocolatey and soooo satisfying and I am in love! Thank you for the wonderful recipe :)
Neikka says
Thanks for the update Ashley, I will try your slightly modified version, I did wonder if it was as good with the aquafaba. Thank you ?
Shveta says
Hi, I have been using this recipe for nearly a year now. Its just delicious. Thanks Dana for sharing. I have made a few adaptation to suit my family’s dietary needs. I use ground cashew nut instead of gluten-free flour. I bake at 150 degrees as coconut oil (raw/cold pressed/unpasteurised) is stable till 170 degrees. It bakes to perfectly crispy after about 50 minutes. (At 25 minutes I mix for even baking).
Thanks again. Keep going, Dana!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks so much for sharing, Shveta! xo
Sally Carrer says
Hi wanting to try this recipe, like your inputs too, but did I miss sonething, you said you used Ground cashews instead of GF flour but I didn’t see any flour in original recipe. Thx
Katie Novack says
This is delicious! I made it this past weekend and used walnuts instead of almonds. I think I’ll use almonds next time but wanted to use up what I had. I’d like to make it saltier – would you suggest adding more sea salt?
Katie N says
Also, how would I make it clumpier? The Purely Elizabeth granola is the epitome of clump perfection!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Another reader suggested that if you press the mixture down in the baking pan before cooking and then use a spatula to break it up after it has baked, that might help!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yes, feel free to add sea salt to taste!
Dana says
Yummy, but keep an eye on it! Mine started full on burning after 17 minutes at 340F, so make sure to flip halfway through to check on it! Only sub was agave and vegan cardamom honey instead of maple syrup. Will try again with a 10-minute timer and go from there. I used the hand-stirred method, and it worked great. Can’t argue with chocolate for breakfast! Did anyone have an issue with their chia seeds falling to the tray and separating from the granola? I did use a silicone mat to bake.
Marie says
This recipe is absolutely perfect and delicious. So addicting! Can’t recommend it enough.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks so much for the lovely review, Marie. We are so glad you enjoyedit! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! xo
Lori P says
I made this last night using pecans and walnuts for the nuts and agave nectar instead of the maple syrup. I did use the processor for the oats, nuts and cocoa but will add the cocoa to a bowl and stir in next time because I stirred in the agave and coconut oil rather than processing. I used a 70% dark cocoa for the chunks. I pressed the mixture down on my baking pan and used a spatula to break it up after it was baked. I have nice chunks of granola I can pick up and pop into my mouth. I just love this recipe! Thank you!
Nicola says
This is soooo delicious and feels like such an indulgent and luxurious start to the day! I adore the hint of salt when i eat it with my homemade yogurt.
I’m loving your blog and the wonderful recipes to try. Thank you!
Joann says
My daughter and I made this last night. So glad I doubled it. It is amazing! Thank you for the recipe. ?
Stephanie says
I really like this granola! I used more nuts & less oats. I pulsed the nuts in the food processor but next time I’ll leave them roughly chopped because I like bigger pieces. Thanks for the recipe, I will make again!
Thanks, Stephanie!
Kayla says
Would this work with carob powder and your carob bars? I’m allergic to chocolate.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yes, other readers have had success in using carob!
Mahalia says
I just made this and oh my hat! It’s amazing. Your recipes are really helping me as I’m six months in on this plant based adventure. You are my hero!
Kendall Stark says
Hey there! I made this as written a while back but never left a comment. I made it again just recently, but with a few modifications: pistachios instead of almonds, and pecans instead of coconut. Oh, and both times I used light-in-flavor olive oil and just a pinch of table salt. This is my go-to recipe for granola now! It’s flavors are perfectly balanced and I feel satisfied for hours after eating it. Can’t wait to make it again! Bravo!
Esra says
I just made this and it’s so good I will definitely be making this again thank you for this amazing recipe
Esther says
I have made this Granola every fortnight for the last six months. It’s my new favourite Granola recipe. It’s easy to make, uses relatively simple ingredients and is dang tasty!
I tried it with the chocolate bits once, but much prefer it without. I’ve also tried it with less sugar (and still use about 2/3 that the recipe states), but if I remove too much it looses that chunky texture which is so lovely and this recipe. Another classic Minimalist Baker recipe. Love love love this!
Carol says
This turned out great, I subbed the maple syrup for raw honey and added a half teaspoon of vanilla and used cacao nibs instead of unsweetened chocolate. I also added one fourth cup pumpkin seeds and half a cup dried cranberries, it’s delish! Thanks
Riz says
I tried it! I just used half coconut nectar and half honey instead of maple syrup. I also baked at a lower temperature after adding the honey (added it later after 10 mins on 340 degrees). Loved how it turned out. Quite addicting! Btw I halved the recipe since my syrup’s about to run out. I also added a tiny bit of almond flavor. Excited to see if my sister and little nephew / nieces will like it too!
Sarah says
Our family looooove this granola – just the right amount of crunch, the right amount of chocolate and the right amount of salt. Simply delicious!
Grace says
I made this recipe with 2 Tbsp avocado oil, 2 Tbsp maple syrup, and 2 Tbsp of cocoa powder. It turned out great! I didn’t add dark chocolate chunks.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! Thanks for sharing, Grace!
Jennifer says
This is SO good! Love it on plain homemade yogurt :)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! We are glad to hear it, Jennifer!
Melvin says
I’d like to make the pumpkin fig recipe. Do you have the recipe for that?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Melvin! I’m not sure I know what you’re referring to, but let us know and I’ll help you out!
Anne says
Made the recipe for boomarang son- you know, moved back home after college- he enjoyed it but did find a bit too salty….making again without the salt and will report back…he eats it with yogurt so maybe the greek yogurt altered the taste to be more salty tasting?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Let us know how he likes it, Anne!
Anne says
Made a second time with half the salt and he loved it- making third time right now. To clarify, HE is making it. Likes it so much he wants to know how to make it for himself once he moves into his own place- this is a good sign.
Caro says
Just made it! It tastes so good! It was my first time making granola, it’s a great receipe, I feel like I can totally make tones of variations out of this one. Thank you so much ;)
Yono says
This was so incredibly delicious!!! Will definitely replace my store-bought chocolate granola cereal. I cut the recipe by half and added two tablespoons of ground flaxseed instead of chia seeds. Im going to make this again and again! Thanks!!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! Thanks for sharing your recipe changes, Yono!
Ashton says
A “healthy” version of cocoa pebbles?! Yes, please! This was even better than I imagined it would be! I kept going back for a small handful while it was cooling…addictive. I added about a 1/2 cup of chocolate almond meal that I had leftover from making chocolate almond milk. It was pretty sweet for my liking already, so I omitted the chocolate chips and next time I will probably also omit the dry sugar.
Tracey says
Just made this. Absolutely delicious! The kids (16 and 17) love it. It definitely won’t last the afternoon. I added the choc chips but think I will leave them out next time. Very yum!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Woot woot!
Bernadette says
Made this for Teacher Treats Day at school. I substituted shelled unsalted sunflower seeds for the nuts (nut free campus). Was pleasantly surprised when a teacher I barely knew hunted me down after school and told me the granola was many of the teachers’ favorite treat of the day and asked if she could have the recipe! Thanks MB!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
So awesome! Thanks for sharing your recipe changes, Bernadette!
Michelle says
This granola tastes amazing and it really easy!!
amanda says
This is so so so super good! I added chocolate pieces and dried cranberries. Super decadent!
Tawni says
This granola is delicious! I left out the chocolate chips when I made it. I really enjoy eating it with plain yogurt and strawberries for breakfast or a snack. It is not too sweet, perfectly chocolately, and was super easy to make. Excited to try more granola recipes from here!
eunice says
Love it. The saltiness and sweeteness perfect combination plus crunchy. ummm good. i added chocolate cheerios instead of chocolate chips.
Katie says
Just made this for a post race brunch and it was delicious with yogurt, strawberries, and bananas. Everyone asked for the recipe!!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! We’re glad it was a hit, Katie!
Brandyce says
I made this and shared it with my yoga class. It was a big hit. I reduced the sugar amount to 2 Tbs and added a 1/4 tsp of so of salt along with using Cacao powder as opposed to cocoa powder. This is on the repeat list of deliciousness.
Melissa B. says
I made this earlier; super good!
Jekia says
Excellent! I wanted to come back and give it 5 stars.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks for doing that, Jekia!
Jekia says
I made this last week and ate in within days. I am currently making this again…it’s in the oven baking. Excellent recipe and will be trying your coconut granola recipe next!
Megan says
Would it be crazy to substitute flax seeds for chia seeds?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Not crazy at all!
Anna Roth says
Is it possible to omit the nuts? I have a peanut tree but allergic child. It looks soooo good!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Anna! You could add more oats, more shredded coconut, add some seeds (like sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds or hemp seeds), plain puffed brown rice cereal, buckwheat groats… granola is pretty forgiving!
Seia says
I just made this, with a couple of adjustments (added less maple syrup, more cocoa powder, and added raisins instead of chocolate chips), and WOW it’s ridiculously good!! My whole house smells like a chocolate factory now, haha. It’s so so fast to make too and this amount is gonna last me for a couple weeks at least, if I eat it for breakfast every day.
Doreen says
I made this and loved it! Put it on my greek yogurt every morning. Thank you!
Anne-Celine says
Hi! I am thinking of making this granola but I was wondering if how I could incorporate dates as sweetener instead of the sugar/limiting the maple syrup? Should I chop them up and add it with the nuts mixture? Thanks!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Anne-Celine! If you want to do this, you could try soaking you dates and processing it into a paste? This would change the texture of the granola but may work. If you give this a try, report back on how it goes!
Kate says
Your granola recipes (well all recipes in fact) are the bom-diggidy. Every one is fantastic but this is my fav for breakfast! Such a delight to eat wholesome ‘dessert’ to start the day ;) xxx 100% love.
Jay JACOBS says
Hello!
This recipe sounds amazing..I shall have to try it. Does anybody use fresh dessicated coconut? If so, does that alter the shelf-life. TIA! :)
Agata says
I’ve changed the recipe a little bit: blended some of the oats to make the granola more crumbly and added the cocoa and sugar to the saucepan with maple syrup and oil to make a super sweet syrup :D
I love it so much tho, it’s probably the first chocoalte granola that satisfy me because most of the time they’re good but just… not exactly right and this one is perfect! Thank you <3
Emaleigh Downey says
Ok… I have left a review for this before but I have to just emphasize how good this is!!!!!! Literally make it every week!!!
Sarah says
Thank you for this recipe! I am on a quest to try all the best recipes of 2017. This is so flavorful and satisfying sooo much better than anything store bought.
Sarah says
I’ve made this several times now with my sister (subbed muscovado sugar for coconut, and olive oil for coconut oil), and it is always divine! We have no food processor so we just mix everything together in a bowl, then spread it out on a pan before baking. Thank you for sharing this.
Kimberly says
So good! And the way that it has made my kitchen smell all day is almost better :)
Katie says
Chocolate-y Delicious!! Wow!!
Kathy says
DELICIOUS! My 13 year old son saw this recipe on your site last night and asked me to make it. It was so easy to put together, and it is soooo good! We will be making it again!
Emaleigh Downey says
Made last night… my entire family and I ate half already! All of your granola recipes are amazing! I will say that I do cook it at 300 instead of 340 and just go for a bit longer other wise it might scorch the oats!
Luke says
this looks amazing! I was wondering if it would work with Quinoa flakes instead of rolled oats?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Luke! We haven’t tried it, but if you do let us know how it goes!
Thelea says
I just made this and my boyfriend yelled out “WHAT IS THIS, BROWNIE GRANOLA?!” We refuse to eat it with yoghurt or milk, it’s way too good just as is. You’re a blessing to us, Dana! Every single recipe I’ve made off your site has been a hit in my (carnivore) home. THANK YOU!
Leah says
I’d love to make this into a bar! I thought about just adding more syrup and then cooling.. Any other ideas to make this amazing recipe into bars!
Rebecca says
Have you tried using brown rice syrup instead of maple? It is much thicker. I’ve used it as the liquid sweetener for oat bars before.
Jo says
This is literally one of the best things I’ve ever eaten! I just came back from a holiday where my kids were choosing chocolate cereals and I was staring longingly at them. I came home and searched healthy gluten free, dairy free chocolate granola. This is the answer! Easy to make and simply delicious.
Thank you Dana
Kylie says
This…. tastes like Cocoa Puffs. Enough said.
tal says
Just made this and it’s the best granola i’v had to this day. just added all the ingredients together in my food processor and it took a minute to prepare.
Hara says
I made this today but doubled the quantity of shredded coconut because I had lots of it on hand ( I added half a cup), and subbed the maple sirup with agave and the result is FANTASTIC.. sweet and savory coconutey chocolatey dream! I’ve just had a bowl of granola, not completely cooled yet ( I just couldn’t wait any longer but who could blame me?) with plain almond milk… Why was I eating store-bought granola all that time?
Crystalscleaneats says
Absolutely LOVE this recipe. It’s the first minimalist baker recipe I’ve tried and this has become my go to website for when I want something new. I made this FIVE times in a month. I ate it as yogurt topping, on top of apples and peanut butter for added texture, or just as cereal with almond milk. I didn’t ever add chocolate, just because for some reason I never have it on hand. But it is amazing! Btw I’ve never left a review before but I’m going to start!
Lucy says
This is AMAZING! My dream granola. Thanks so much, Dana!
Kim says
Any suggestions for nut free? Id like to send this to school with the kiddos.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi! You could just leave out the nuts and add some more coconut and oats!
Laura Graham says
Amazing! I am completely addicted. Also love the Banana Bread Granola.
Tatiana says
Hi! I tried this and it looked delicious but it taste as if i had overcooked something. I figured maybe i burnt the coconut oil/maple mix when combining it together because it was my first time cooking with coconut oil.
How do you know when to stop before burning this type of oil?
Thanks a lot!
Love your website!
Kylie says
I always have to take my granola out earlier than I think–it’s always better a little undercooked than overcooked because it tastes horrible burnt! Also, make sure not to cook the oil/syrup on high–the coconut oil will start to burn past medium on the stove.
Caitlin says
Why did I just make this?? Best granola ever. Granola is an acceptable dinner, right..?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Glad you loved it, Caitlin! :D
Ruth says
Thank you so much for this recipe! I made it yesterday and am already addicted! It’s so good and easy!
Dalal says
Where’s the sea salt
Kristen says
I just made this recipe and OMG!!! I only used two Tbs of dry sugar and 1/4 cup maple syrup (trying to cut back in sugar) and it still was so perfect! I love how chocolately it is without the calories!!! Thank you
Janine says
Just WOW!!! I made it today and we just had a bowl with fresh strawberries, the granola and a bit of soy milk. It tasted heavenly – and i don’t even like coconut very much :D the combo of sweet and salt just can’t be beaten <3
I will never ever buy granola at a store again.
Thank you for that great recipe!
Heather Kathleen says
Oh my gosh this is amazing, I’m eating the last of mine right now. And when I mix it with my coconut vanilla yogurt it tastes like I’m eating Cocoa Pebbles. So delicious! Going to make more today.
Cassie Autumn Tran says
I definitely have a thing for granola and chocolate, myself! Put them together with a little peanut butter, and you have drugs in the form of food and nutrients! LOL! Anything with simple ingredients is ideal. It’s hard to replicate granola, and this looks absolutely incredible!
leslie says
Just made this recipe, turned out awesome! I didn’t have chocolate chips on hand so subbed dried cherries and it worked out really nicely as an alternative.
Tiff says
I made this and this was the best. thing. everrrr!!! Thank you so much!
Iris says
I made this and oh my gosh I am never buying store bought granola ever again! It is great as a snack on its own, oatmeal, or yogurt. I made a batch didn’t last a week. thanks for this recipe ??
eve says
am totally loving it. am gonna make it this weekend
Anwen says
I made this and it’s AMAZING. It’s been hard not eating it for every meal! Thanks for the recipe. :) Definitely will be making it again once i consume the first batch!
Sarah K says
THAAAAANK YOU FOR THIS! I actually tried the Elizabeth’s a few months ago and this is the perfect dupe for it!!! I WILL MAKE THIS ALL THE TIME !!! Thank you!!!
Julee Standard says
Fantastic! Now my favorite granola.
Hilary says
I made this (with the addition of chopped dried cherries) a few days ago and it’s fantastic. Can’t stop eating it!
Nicole Jessica says
Have already made this twice. So yummy!
xoxo!
Miran says
I just made this! Dericious!! It’s perfect to be satisfied for my chocolate’s cravings. I used pink salt instead of sea salt. it’s a bit salt for me. I will put less when I make next time. Thanks for sharing the recipe always. ?
Laurie says
Have not tried it, but with grandkids coming soon, how would this chocolate granola do with the life altering banana pancakes? I think there is potential for yumminess !
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
I think you’re right, Laurie! Hope your Grandkids love it!
Melissa says
I’m going to try it without the salt (low salt diet). Can’t wait to eat it with plain homemade yogurt! Yum!
Kathy says
I am a granola freak and this is my new fave. Can’t. Stop. Eating. Thank you!!
Yay! Thanks Kathy!!
Lucie says
Wow, this recipe is a game changer:)! So easy and quick to put together and the taste, look, smell and crunch is amazing! I used carob in place of cocoa, date syrup (silan) instead of maple and threw in some hazelnuts alongside almonds and walnuts. Thank you for amazing recipe!
Of course! Thanks for sharing, Lucie!
Teresa says
This is fantastic! I left out the dark chocolate chips as didn’t have any chocolate to hand, still absolutely delicious and very chocolatey, with a lovely chocolate milk to enjoy at the end (my boyfriend, an ex coco pops addict, was particularly thrilled about this!) I threw some goji berries into the bowl at the end when serving – delicious :)
Thanks for sharing, Teresa!
Lisa says
I have this in the oven right now – smells amaaahhhzing!
Lisa says
Verdict: fabulous! …trying your gingerbread granola next week. :)
That’s a winner, too! Good luck!
Georgia says
Hi Dana! I wasn’t paying attention and accidentally combined everything in the food processor right away-oops! It came out like a paste so I made little chunks and baked them that way and it still turned out wonderful, tastes just like cocoa puffs but with a happy conscience : ) Thanks for another great recipe!!
haha, yes! Sounds like a happy accident!
Ines says
Looks and sounds awesome but I will have to try subbing the oats with quinoa flakes, as even GF oats bother me (must be some other protein in oats). I want to make it and bring it to work to fake out everyone that yes! it’s healthy! Gotcha!
Let me know how it goes, Ines!
Lucie says
looks amazing, have to try
Ann-Sofie says
I just made this and it is now my favourite granola along with your banana bread granola recipe. Next time I make this (there will definitly be a next time), I’ll probably add a little less salt and more cacao.
Oh I didn’t use a food processor and omitted the sugar because it is sweet enough for me like this. Amazing recipe :)
Thanks for sharing, Ann!
James | Thyme To Mango says
I never need an excuse to eat chocolate – even for breakfast – but when it gets wrapped up in a healthy granola package then I’m all it. Pass me a spoon already! :-)
Kaylie | Healthy Hacks says
Granola + Chocolate! Yes, please! This looks amazing!
Ashley says
Any excuse to have chocolate for breakfast:) I love it!
Victoria says
Would this work without sugar and just the maple syrup???
Yes, but it won’t be as sweet, obviously. Maybe add a little stevia (if trying to avoid sugar), or a little more maple syrup. Good luck!
Mary says
Maybe you can sweeten with dates/water/almond butter blended.
Annette says
Came home from work and found your email, threw it together in about 5 minutes in a bowl, no processor and I used avocado oil so I didn’t hear anything. Just mixed in 1 bowl and baked….. OMG the most delicious granola I’ve ever made. Loved that I could taste the salt too. Thanks for another great recipe! Love your site!?
Yay!!!
Catherine Colgan says
Thanks for the recipe! Looks great! any suggestions for replacing the nuts as I am allergic? Thank you xxx
Clare says
You could add more oats, more shredded coconut, add some seeds (like sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds or hemp seeds), plain puffed brown rice cereal, buckwheat groats… granola is pretty forgiving!
Great ideas!
Shopgrl123 says
I’m allergic to nuts too. When making granola I sub. Sunflower & or pumpkin seeds to give the granola that nutty flavour & texture.
Mary Christmas says
Just made this! Delicious! Didn’t have quite enough of any one oatmeal so did combination of reqular, quick, and steel cut. I don’t use oil so subbed a flax egg for binding. Seemed to work.
Nice! Thanks for sharing.
Teresa says
I used this tip and swapped oil for flax egg (as I don’t like the taste of coconut oil) – and it worked great – thanks!
Yay! Thanks for sharing!
Beth @ Natural Mama Cafe says
Oh my, this looks delicious! Totally making it this weekend.
Julia says
Awesome! Your recipes are ALWAYS so, so appealing. This one, too. And your humor always gives me a chuckle! You are crackin’ me up! Laughter is a good side dish to any recipe. :-)
So kind! Thanks Julia xoxo
Robin says
This looks amazing. I can’t wait to try it.
Elena says
Oooh yes, I’m so making this today! Looks so delish and chocolaty! Thanks
Paige says
This granola looks amazing! Totally need to try it next week!
Asma says
Oh this looks so tasty
Ricardo says
where is the salt in the ingredients list? ;)
Stefani says
In the middle of the ingredient listing (1 tsp sea salt) :)
Ricardo says
so blind hahaha thank you
Samantha says
Yeah!!! Yeah!!! Making this over the weekend…I think my chocolate obsessed boyfriend will be very happy :)
Nicole says
Would this work with instant oats or does it have to be regular oats? Definitely going to make this!
That should work!
Lays says
Wow!! This granola looks so yummy! I gotta try that!
Melodie says
So yes, that recipe is definitely happening! That looks incredible delicious!
Melodie