How to Make Dee's Dark Chocolate Granola - A Step-by-Step Guide

Granola is a versatile and delicious snack that can be enjoyed any time of day. Whether you sprinkle it on top of your yogurt in the morning, munch on it as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, or even use it as a topping for a decadent dessert, granola is a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth while still getting some nutritional benefits.

If you're a fan of dark chocolate, then you're going to love this recipe for Dee's Dark Chocolate Granola. Packed full of crunchy oats, nuts, and seeds, and s...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons butter flavored spread (such as I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Spread)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups oats (such as Quaker Oats®)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®) (Optional)
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Melt together the brown sugar, peanut butter, honey, butter flavored spread, and vanilla extract in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until well combined; remove from heat.
  • Combine the oats, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Pour the brown sugar mixture into bowl; stir well to combine. Stir in the chocolate chips, dried cranberries, and almonds. Spoon into the prepared pan; pat down and spread evenly.
  • Bake in preheated oven until browned, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    249 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 121mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Calcium: 36mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 162mg