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.
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
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.
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Chocolate Cashew Granola with Cacao (Vegan)
This chocolate cashew granola with cacao (vegan) is a delicious healthy snack or breakfast recipe.
- 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
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- Add all granola ingredients to a large bowl and mix until the granola is evenly coated.
- Add granola to a flat layer to a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes.
- 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.
Amanda Pilcher
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.
★★★★★