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    Home » snacks, sides and sauces

    Chocolate Cashew Granola with Cacao (Vegan)

    Published: Jun 27, 2022 · Modified: Nov 25, 2022 by Kristi · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    One of my favorite things to make from scratch is granola. Homemade granola is so much cheaper than store bought and way lower in sugar. This Chocolate Cashew Granola with Cacao (Vegan) is one of my favorite granola recipes.

    vegan chocolate cashew granola with cacao

    This granola literally tastes like healthy cocoa puffs - I am obsessed. It only has 6 ingredients and can be made in less than 30 minutes.

    Let's get into the recipe.

    This cacao cashew granola is

    • easy to make
    • healthy for you
    • packed with healthy fats, fiber and antioxidants
    • the perfect topping for smoothies and yogurt
    • cheaper than store-bought
    • lower in sugar
    chocolate cashew granola with cacao vegan

    What ingredients do I need to make chocolate cashew granola with maple syrup and coconut oil?

    • oats
    • cashews
    • sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds
    • cacao
    • maple syrup
    • coconut oil
    • salt

    How do I store the leftovers?

    Store the leftover granola in a sealed container or jar in your fridge for 2-3 weeks.

    Other yummy plant based sides and snacks to try

    • air fried carrot fries
    • air fried chickpeas
    • nut free granola

    If you make this Chocolate Cashew Granola with Cacao (Vegan), please leave me a rating and review on this blog post. This is the best way to support me!

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    Chocolate Cashew Granola with Cacao (Vegan)

    chocolate cashew granola with cacao vegan

    ★★★★★

    5 from 1 reviews

    This chocolate cashew granola with cacao (vegan) is a delicious healthy snack or breakfast recipe.

    • Author: Kristi Roeder
    • Prep Time: 5
    • Cook Time: 20
    • Total Time: 25 minutes
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    Ingredients

    • 2 cups rolled oats
    • 1 cup cashews - roughly chopped
    • 1 cup sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds
    • ¼ cup cacao
    • ¼ cup maple syrup
    • ½ cup melted coconut oil
    • pinch salt

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
    2. Add all granola ingredients to a large bowl and mix until the granola is evenly coated.
    3. Add granola to a flat layer to a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
    4. Bake for 20-22 minutes.
    5. Let granola set and cool for at least 45 minutes before digging in. Store leftover granola in your fridge in a jar or sealed container for up to 2-3 weeks.

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    1. Amanda Pilcher

      June 30, 2022 at 6:01 pm

      This is a must try recipe! Super easy, takes less than 25 mins and is absolutely delicious! Perfect with ice cold plant milk and berries. You probably already have the ingredients in your pantry. Never buying a $10 bag of granola in the store again! Thank you.

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