Recipes

Chocolate Oat Granola

Chocolate oat granola is a delicious breakfast option that's easy to make at home. Made with rolled oats, nuts, seeds, and cocoa powder, it's a crunchy and chocolatey treat that's perfect for topping off yoghurt or milk. Plus, it's a great way to start your day with a boost of energy and flavour. Makes 5 ½ cups of granola INGREDIENTS 3 cups wholegrain rolled oats 1 cup mixed nuts, chopped ½ cup pumpkin  seeds ½ cup shredded coconut ¼ cup maple syrup 4 tbsp coconut oil, melted 2 tbsp cocoa powder 2 tsp vanilla essence 1 tsp cinnamon INSTRUCTIONS Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a large baking dish with baking paper Mix all dry ingredients in a large bowl Combine coconut oil, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla essence and cinnamon. Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Stir to combine.  Spread the granola mixture evenly across a baking tray Cook for 10 minutes then remove and stir. Return to the oven and cook for a further 10 minutes.  Allow to cool and transfer into an airtight container for storage.