Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Granola Recipe

Craving a delicious and healthy breakfast or snack? Look no further than this incredibly easy and utterly irresistible vegan chocolate hazelnut granola recipe! This homemade granola is packed with nutty flavor, rich chocolatey goodness, and wholesome ingredients, making it the perfect way to start your day or satisfy your sweet cravings without the guilt.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Vegan & Dairy-Free: Made with plant-based ingredients, it’s suitable for vegans and those with dairy sensitivities.
• Wholesome Ingredients: Oats, nuts, and seeds provide a boost of fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
• Easy to Make: Simply mix the ingredients, spread on a baking sheet, and bake!
• Customizable: Add your favorite dried fruits, spices, or seeds to make it your own.
• Deliciously Chocolatey: The combination of cocoa powder and vegan chocolate chips is simply divine.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups rolled oats (not instant)
• 1 cup chopped hazelnuts
• ½ cup maple syrup
• ¼ cup melted coconut oil
• ¼ cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup vegan chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped hazelnuts, cocoa powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated.
5. Spread the granola mixture in a thin, even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and fragrant.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet. The granola will crisp up as it cools.
8. Once cooled, stir in the vegan chocolate chips.
9. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Tips & Variations:

• For extra crunch, add chopped almonds, pecans, or walnuts.
• Add a pinch of cinnamon or cardamom for a warm, spicy flavor.
• Mix in dried cranberries, raisins, or chopped dates after baking.
• Use a different sweetener, such as agave nectar or brown rice syrup.

Enjoy your homemade vegan chocolate hazelnut granola! This recipe is perfect for topping yogurt, smoothie bowls, or simply enjoying by the handful. Happy baking!

Ingredients:
rolled oats, chopped hazelnuts, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, salt, vegan chocolate chips

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