Brownie Granola Recipe

Salted caramel granola in a glass jar with almonds on top.

5 from 2 votes

Brownie Granola is made with oats, cocoa, and almonds—real ingredients that bring rich chocolate flavor in a naturally sweetened snack perfect for breakfast or an afternoon boost.

Prep Time5

Cook Time30

Cool Time1

Total Time1 35

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings: -12

Calories: 628kcal

Author: Andrea

Ingredients

3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder*
1/2 tsp sea salt divided
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup coconut oil solid
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup Blue Diamond Salted Caramel Flavored Almonds chopped

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Line a standard-size baking sheet with a baking mat or parchment paper; set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, coconut, cocoa, ¼ teaspoon sea salt, and brown sugar.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the solid coconut oil and maple syrup (especially if yours is cold). Heat until the oil is almost melted. Remove and whisk in the vanilla extract. Pour over the dry ingredients and toss to combine, making sure everything is evenly coated.
Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. During the last 10 minutes, remove from the oven and add the chocolate chips along with the chopped almonds. Return to the oven and finish baking.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining ¼ teaspoon of sea salt over the top. Allow to cool for at least 1 hour before serving and 2 hours before storing.

Notes

*I used a blend of natural unsweetened cocoa and cocoa rouge. You can use any kind, but higher-quality cocoa really does make a difference in flavor.

Once fully cooled, STORE Salted Caramel Granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. It holds up best in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

For longer storage, you can FREEZE it in a sealed freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. To enjoy from frozen, let it sit at room temperature for about 15–20 minutes.

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