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Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola

Filed Under: baked goods, chocolate, oats, peanut butter, recipe, sweet treats Written By Leanne July 13, 2021

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Chocolate peanut butter granola is sweet, salty, and perfectly crunchy! Use it to top yogurt or serve with ice cold milk.

bowl of yogurt with chocolate peanut butter granola and bananas and blueberries.

I have to say, I couldn’t be more excited to share this recipe. This is one of those weekend projects that ended up turning out so well, I had to photograph it.

Sometimes I follow a recipe. Other times I make something up and just hope for the best. This crunchy chocolate peanut butter granola was the latter and I loved it so much that I wanted to give you a formal recipe.

jar of granola with chocolate and peanuts spilling out

Ingredients

The best part about this one is you don’t need anything out of the ordinary to make it. Most of these items are pantry staples that you probably have on hand (or can easily find). Here’s what you need:

  • Rolled oats (not quick or steel cut). I’ve found that “extra-thick” rolled oats work really well for granola, but they’re also more expensive and harder to find so I don’t always have them on hand. For this I used the classic old-fashioned rolled oats from the canister.
  • Peanuts (roasted unsalted). If you have salted, give them a go but cut back on added salt.
  • Chocolate chips (dark or bittersweet). I love the depth of flavor in this recipe because of the unsweet cacao powder and bittersweet chips. Use whatever you have and love.
  • Unsweetened cacao powder. Wondering if you can use cocoa powder instead? Read this for a good overview on the differences. Since the amount is so small here and granola is pretty forgiving, I think either would work as long as it’s unsweetened.
  • Olive oil. I wasn’t able to detect any olive because of the strong chocolate/peanut butter flavors. It also helps with the crunch factor.
  • Natural peanut butter. I’ve also used the classic no-stir variety and it worked.
  • Pure maple syrup. Liquid sweetener blends well with the other liquid ingredients.
  • Vanilla extract & sea salt for added flavor.
jar of chocolate peanut butter granola next to milk

How to Make Crunchy Granola

Granola is usually a mixture of oats, spices, nuts/seeds and dried fruit coated with oil and sweetener and then baked until crispy. Because of these added ingredients, it’s more nutrient/energy dense that your standard oats but this isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Granola is super satisfying and a little goes a long way.

Here’s the basic set of steps to follow when making it:

  1. Mix dry ingredients.
  2. Mix liquid ingredients separately.
  3. Combine and stir everything until oats are thoroughly coated.
  4. Spread on a lined sheet pan and bake on a lower heat (300 degrees).
  5. Cool completely (very important! you don’t want the chips to melt into a gooey mess)
  6. Add mix-ins.
jar of granola with milk

There’s no shortage of ways to serve this but my favorite is with ice cold milk or with yogurt, topped with banana slices or blueberries. You can also use it on oatmeal, to top a smoothie bowl, or eat straight up by the handful.

It’s nearly impossible to mess up granola and there are so many ways you can customize the flavors, so it’s a great baking project. The hands-on time is minimal and it will make your house smell amazing too.

You might also like:

  • Peanut Butter Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
  • Espresso Banana Bread with Dark Chocolate
  • Salted Tahini Brownies (Small Batch)
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Crunchy Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola

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The classic flavor combination of chocolate and peanut butter make this granola as comforting as it is crunchy. Sweet, salty, and what afternoon snack dreams are made of.

  • Author: Leanne Ray, MS, RDN
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 cups rolled oats
  • 2 Tbsp unsweetened cacao powder
  • 1/8 tsp kosher sea salt
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp natural salted peanut butter
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup unsalted peanuts
  • 1/4 cup bittersweet chocolate chips (70%)
  • optional: flaky salt to finish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Add oats, cacao powder and sea salt to a large bowl and mix until well combined.
  3. Add oil, peanut butter, maple syrup and vanilla to a liquid measuring cup. Heat for 30 seconds and stir well with a fork.
  4. Pour the the liquid ingredients into the dry and stir until mixture evenly coats the dry ingredients. Transfer to the sheet pan and bake for 45 minutes, turning pan once halfway through.
  5. Once the granola is done baking, remove pan from oven and top with a pinch of flaky sea salt (not necessary but totally delicious!). Let cool completely.
  6. Add peanuts and chocolate chips and toss everything together. Store in an airtight container for up to one week, or in the freezer for up to one month.
  7. Best served with plain Greek yogurt or milk!

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Notes

  • The equipment section above provides affiliate links to things I use often in my kitchen and love.
  • Cacao powder and cocoa powder can be used interchangeably here as long as whatever you use is unsweetened (important).
  • If you can’t find bittersweet chocolate chips (or don’t like them), sub whatever you like! Just know that the sweetness level will change.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/3 cup
  • Calories: 178 calories
  • Fat: 10 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 19 grams
  • Fiber: 3 grams
  • Protein: 4 grams

Keywords: oat recipes, vegan granola, bittersweet chocolate

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This post was originally published in April 2020. Photos were updated July 2021.

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  1. Alessandra Patterson says

    April 23, 2022 at 5:00 pm

    Where can I go d these square shaped chocolate chips ?

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      April 25, 2022 at 8:49 pm

      Hi there! The chocolate chunks are available at most grocery stores right next to the chocolate chips. Also Target typically has them! I often buy the store brand. Hope that helps!

      Reply
  2. Robin Angell says

    March 24, 2022 at 6:23 pm

    This has become my go-to granola recipe! Wonderful flavors, so easy, and I like that it makes a small quantity. Chocolate and peanut butter perfection!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 24, 2022 at 7:27 pm

      That makes me so happy to hear Robin! Thanks a bunch for taking the time to come back and leave a rating and review too. It is so helpful and appreciated!

      Reply

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