Indulge in the rich flavors of our homemade Cocoa Granola recipe. Made with wholesome ingredients and a touch of cocoa, this crunchy and nutritious treat is perfect for breakfast or snacking.
Preparation
20
min
Cooking
60
min
Portion
12
Ingredients
- 1 Banana (1/2 cup)
- 125 ml (½ cup) Applesauce
- 65 ml (¼ cup) almond butter
- 2.5 ml (½ tsp) cinnamon
- 2.5ml (½ tsp) vanilla
- A pinch of salt
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) of cocoa
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) maple syrup
- 625 ml (2 ½ cup) large flake oats
- 125 ml (½ cup) sliced almonds
- 125 ml (½ cup) pumpkin seeds and/or sunflower seeds
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Mash the banana with a fork. Measure the banana puree with the help of a 250ml measuring cup and add enough applesauce to complete the measuring cup.
- Place the fruit puree in a medium saucepan and add the almond butter, cinnamon, vanilla, cocoa, maple syrup and pinch of salt.
- Over low heat, stir the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
- Add the oats, almonds and seeds. Mix well.
- Spread the mixture in an even layer on a baking sheet fitted with parchment paper.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven. After 30 minutes, take the baking tray out of the oven to stir the granola. Return to the oven. Cooking time may vary from oven to oven, but should take another 20-30 minutes. Stir the granola every 10 minutes for the remaining time. Granola is ready when golden and crispy.
Notes
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
