Rich with bittersweet chocolate, crunchy nuts, and a hint of sea salt, this Chunky Chocolate Granola is a sweet and satisfying treat perfect for gifting—or keeping all to yourself.
Chunky Chocolate Granola
Makes 6 gifts
Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
- 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds
- ⅓ cup unsweetened flaked coconut
- ⅓ cup firmly packed light brown sugar
- ⅓ cup golden syrup
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 (10-ounce) bag bittersweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup dried sweetened cranberries
- 1 teaspoon flaked sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°. Spray a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine oats, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and coconut.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together brown sugar, golden syrup, oil, and kosher salt. Pour sugar mixture over oats mixture. Sprinkle cocoa on top, and stir until combined. Spread mixture in an even layer on prepared pan.
- Bake for 25 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Sprinkle chocolate chips and cranberries on top. Let stand until chocolate begins to melt, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle sea salt on top, and stir. (It’s OK for some chocolate chips to remain solid.) Let cool completely. Using a spatula, break into pieces. Divide granola evenly among 6 airtight containers. Store for up to 3 weeks.
