Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- ½ cup shredded coconut
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
Wet Ingredients
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
- ½ tsp peppermint extract
Add-Ins
- ¼ cup mini dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325 °F (160 °C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for perfectly baking the granola.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the rolled oats, shredded coconut, and cocoa powder until evenly combined, forming the base of the granola.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and peppermint extract, mixing thoroughly until all dry ingredients are well coated with the wet mixture.
- Spread and Bake: Spread the granola mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through the baking time to promote even toasting.
- Cool and Add Chocolate: Remove the granola from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, gently fold in the mini dark chocolate chips so they retain their shape and add a refreshing mint-chocolate flavor.
Notes
- Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks to keep it fresh and crunchy.
- This granola is delicious when enjoyed over yogurt, smoothie bowls, or simply as a snack on its own.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
