Start your day right with this seriously amazing homemade raspberry and dark chocolate granola....or just eat it straight from the jar for a snack throughout the day.
Raspberry Dark Chocolate Granola
I have so many granola recipes on rotation that one may think this particular breakfast favorite is my love language.
I wasn't planning on adding any more for a while, but then I came up with this combination of dark chocolate and freeze-dried raspberries together and I just had to get it one the site straight away.
Ingredients For Homemade Raspberry and Chocolate Granola
This homemade granola recipe is amazing (even if I do say so myself)!
Raspberries and dark chocolate are pretty much one of the ultimate combinations in my mind.
Add them to your breakfast cereal and you are starting the day right!
Seriously.
You will need:
- gluten free rolled oats
- raw buckwheat groats (or more oats if you don't have any)
- raw pepita seeds
- raw sunflower seeds
- shredded unsweetened coconut
- unsweetened cocoa
- ground cinnamon
- sea salt
- pure maple syrup
- coconut oil
- pure vanilla extract
- freeze dried raspberries
- dark chocolate chunks (I used 72% cacao)
It may seem like a bit of a long list initially, but it is worth it to end up with a decadent and delicious homemade breakfast.
How To Make Homemade Chocolate Granola
For some reason people tend to think that making homemade granola is hard.
It really isn't.
It really comes down to mixing everything together and making sure that the dry ingredients are completely covered by the wet ingredients, and then baking it all in the oven until nice and crispy.
To save time be sure to make a double batch and store half in the freezer for another week!
Homemade granola is super versatile, so if you don't have a particular ingredient on hand, it is usually very simple to replace it with something you do have, or to leave it out completely.
For example:
- No buckwheat groats - add more rolled oats
- No dark chocolate - add milk or white chocolate
- No maple syrup - try using some honey, agave syrup, or rice malt syrup instead (although the texture may be slightly different)
- No freeze-dried raspberries - replace with another freeze-dried fruit, or simply leave out of the recipe and add some fresh fruit when serving
If I am feeling extra lavish, I love adding some hazelnuts to this recipe as well, they really kick it up a notch and would be perfect for a special occasion like Christmas or Valentine's Day.
Can This Be Frozen?
Homemade granola freezes really well, and for that reason, I usually make a double batch. One for now and one for the freezer.
To freeze, arrange the food in a single layer on a baking sheet small enough to fit into the freezer. Pop into the freezer. Remove when frozen and transfer to a freezer-friendly container or Ziploc bag and pop back into the freezer until ready to use.
Simply pull out of the freezer the night before you want to serve it up and you will be good to go.
How To Store Homemade Raspberry and Chocolate Granola
Keep this homemade granola stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
I like to keep mine stored in a large glass jar, as it helps to retain the crunchiness of the baked oats.
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Need More Homemade Granola Recipes?
Of course you do, check these out:
- Homemade Crunchy Banana Bread Granola
- Fresh Apple Cinnamon Granola
- Cardamom and Cashew Granola
- Pumpklin Spice Granola
- Bursting with Nuts Grain-Free Sugar-Free Granola
- Cinnamon Orange Granola from Natalie's Health
Once you have made your homemade granola you can serve it as is with some yogurt or milk or you can add it to a parfait like this Plum, Granola and Yogurt Parfait.
This also works perfectly served on top of this overnight raspberry chia pudding recipe.
Happy Eating
xx
Recipe
Raspberry Dark Choc Chunk Granola
Ingredients
- ¾ cup gluten free rolled oats
- ½ cup raw buckwheat groats or more oats if you don't have any
- ½ cup raw pepita seeds
- ½ cup raw sunflower seeds
- ½ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa
- 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
- 2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ cup freeze dried raspberries
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chunks I used 72% cacao
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 275F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with some parchment paper
- Add the oats, buckwheat groats, peptias, sunflowers seeds, coconut, cocoa, cinnamon and salt into a large mixing bowl and stir to combine
- Add in the maple syrup, melted coconut oil and vanilla and stir to combine
- Spread the granola onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to smooth it down to a layer about ½ inch high
- Pop in the oven for 20 minutes. Then rotate the pan and bake for another 18 minutes - it should be golden and firm to the touch
- Take the granola out of the oven and allow to cool for at least an hour - resist the urge to touch if you want clusters
- Once cooled, break apart into clusters, mix in the raspberries and chocolate chunks
- Store in a glass jar in the fridge. It should last 2-3 weeks (can also be frozen for about 5-6 weeks)
Notes
Nutrition
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Bllithe says
Made it! So delicious! Good thing we doubled the recipe. Thanks for another scrumptious one Donna.
Donna1 says
Yay, glad you liked it!! I was just talking to Erin yesterday about how you are my most loyal commenter 🙂
Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says
I could munch on this all day long!! It looks so good!
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Michelle 🙂
Jessica says
I totally want to eat this for breakfast! I love raspberries and dark chocolate!
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Jessica 🙂
Lori Hill-Smith says
This looks wonderful! I can't wait to try some!!
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Lori 🙂
Barbara says
The granola looks amazing. Can't wait to try!
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Barbara!! Hope you enjoy if you give it a go
Becky, Cuddle Fairy says
I agree, raspberries and dark chocolate are a match made in heaven! This recipe has my mouth watering! I look forward to your posts every Thursday, they are always fantastic. Thank you so much for linking up with #foodpornthursdays x
Whole Food Bellies says
Awww thanks Becky 🙂 It has been so much fun getting to meet everyone through the link up
ashley nicholas says
That looks soooo good!! Can't wait to make this recipe!
Whole Food Bellies says
I hope you enjoy Ashley
Leandra says
Wow! This looks amazing. Pinning to make soon 😉 #foodpornthursday
Whole Food Bellies says
I hope you enjoy Leandra! Thanks for stopping by 🙂
Sara says
Chocolate in granola? That sounds amazing! I want to try this soon
Whole Food Bellies says
It's dark chocolate, so it's ok....that's what I am telling myself anyway 🙂
Joann Woolley says
the raspberry and dark chocolate combination got my attention! I've never made granola - but this looks so good I just may do it! Pinning to my healthy snacks board now!
Whole Food Bellies says
I hope you try it Joann! Homemade granola is so good 🙂
Domesticated Momster says
I must say that you make me want to pursue clean eating even more then I have. It's hard in a family of 6 to get everyone on board but I am trying. Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful recipes with #foodpornthursdays!
Whole Food Bellies says
You are very welcome! It can be hard, even with a family of 4, so I can imagine what it's like when there are 6 of you!! I just keep the mentality that every little helps 🙂 Plus I try and keep the recipes exciting to keep my husband on board, with a cheat day every now and then 🙂
Jessie says
Love this! Can't wait to make it. Looks delicious. I think chocolate should be part of every meal.
Whole Food Bellies says
I totally agree Jessie 🙂
Logan Can says
This looks yummy and healthy! The perfect afternoon snack! 🙂
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Logan! It's great with some yoghurt for an afternoon snack 🙂
Rosemond Cates says
Oh, this looks so yummy!!!
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Rosemund!
Aliza B says
I love the mixture of raspberry and dark chocolate. I think this granola would be a hit with our whole family.
Whole Food Bellies says
Raspberry and chocolate are the best 🙂
Urvi says
So yummy nice option with oatmeal
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Urvi 🙂
Rebekah @ Surviving Toddlerhood says
This looks so good! I love chocolate and raspberries. We have just reintroduced oats at our house after about a 6 month absence and I know my boys would love this new oatmeal option.
Whole Food Bellies says
I hope they enjoy Rebekah!