Peanut Butter Chocolate Granola

This Peanut Butter Chocolate Granola is made up of warm, toasted oats, creamy peanut butter, sweet maple syrup, and melted chocolate. It's all baked together in one of the most dreamy recipes I've ever created and eaten!

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Delicious, clustery granola

Granola comes in so many shapes, sizes, and flavors, making it a truly versatile and delicious ingredient. And there's most likely a flavor for whatever you're craving! You can find it made with nuts and seeds, dried fruit, chocolate, honey...the list goes on and on. No matter the flavor, it's always delicious, crunchy, and great for a quick bite.

I also love granola because it's incredibly easy to make from scratch! This Peanut Butter Chocolate Granola is made up of warm, toasted oats, creamy peanut butter, sweet maple syrup, and melted chocolate. It's all baked together in one of the most dreamy recipes I've ever created and eaten!

Use this granola recipe to throw together a quick meal or as a meal prep staple for the week. It's a great building block for whatever you need!

Enjoy it with milk and fresh fruit for a great breakfast. Eat it on a plane or on a long care ride as a delicious snack. You could even use it on top of ice cream or another dessert! You really can’t go wrong. All you have to do is enjoy!

Peanut Butter Chocolate Granola ingredients

Rolled Oats: I recommend using rolled oats for this granola recipe. They're softer than steel-cut oats and easier to bake with.

Brown Sugar: This will help us achieve that sweet, molasses-like granola taste. You can also substitute coconut sugar.

Salt: A little pinch goes a long way!

Butter: This will help us create granola clusters.

Maple Syrup: Sweet and sticky, this will also help our ingredients stick together and create clusters.

Peanut Butter: I love adding peanut butter to smoothie and yogurt bowls. With this recipe, the nutty flavor is baked right into this crunchy granola!

Cocoa Powder: We'll add this with the butter, peanut butter, and maple syrup mixture to help hold the granola together.

Chocolate: I used Nib Mor chocolate bites, but you could also use another type. I'd also recommend crushing up a JoJo’s Chocolate Bar.

Tools needed for this recipe

To make this Peanut Butter Chocolate Granola, you'll need measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowls, a stove top pan, whisk, a sheet pan, a rubber spatula, and parchment paper.

How to make this tasty peanut butter chocolate granola

1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, fold together rolled oats, brown sugar, and salt. This coats the oats with sweetness from the start!
3. In a saucepan, melt butter, peanut butter, and maple syrup over medium heat. Whisk together until combined into a sauce-like mixture. Then, whisk in cocoa powder and stir until dissolved.
4. Pour chocolate sauce over sweetened rolled oats until evenly coated.
5. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Press on granola mixture evenly using a rubber spatula.
6. Bake for 15-18 minutes. While granola is baking, chop up chocolate.
7. Remove granola from the oven. Top with the chopped chocolate.
8. Place the pan back in the oven for an additional 2-4 minutes or until chocolate is melted. Then, use the rubber spatula to spread the melted chocolate.
9. Let granola cool for about an hour before breaking apart into pieces.

Store in a air tight Tupperware container. Serve with milk, fruit and yogurt, or by itself. Enjoy!

It's all about the clusters & flavor

The most important step in this recipe is to LET YOUR GRANOLA COOL! Especially if you want big, chunky clusters. Let the sheet pan cool completely before going in and breaking the granola up with your hands. This will ensure the granola is fully cooked.

You could make your granola extra delicious (and crunchy!) by adding your favorite nuts. Walnuts, peanuts, and pecans would be great additions! You could also try coconut shavings, pumpkin seeds, or even white chocolate chips. Feel free to add whatever sounds best to you!

Peanut butter chocolate granola questions & answers

How should I store this granola?
This granola is best when stored in an airtight container (like a mason jar) and can be stored at room temperature or in the fridge.

What should I eat it with?
Enjoy this granola with milk, fresh fruit and yogurt, as an ice cream topping, or just by the spoon. There are so many options!

How can I make this granola nut-free?
Try using an alternative to peanut butter like granola butter or Soom Foods Chocolate Tahini. It tastes like a dream.

Anything I should watch out for?
Keep an eye on the granola as it's cooking. You don’t want the oats to burn. I find that using parchment paper helps immensely here. Also, you may need additional liquid mixture to evenly coat all of the ingredients. Use your best judgement as you follow the recipe. This is a great way to get in healthy fats.

Is this granola good for meal prep?
It's great for meal prep! Just make sure to store properly in an air-tight container to maximize freshness.

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