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Hazelnut Granola with Dried Cherries and Dark Chocolate

This Hazelnut Granola is a breakfast game-changer! Crunchy oats, sweet cherries, and rich dark chocolate combine for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Granola Ingredients
  • 2.5 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup roughly chopped hazelnuts
  • 0.5 cup shredded sweetened coconut
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
  • 4 tablespoons coconut oil melted
  • 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon hazelnut extract
  • 1 cup dried cherries
  • 0.5 cup chopped dark chocolate

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rubber spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). This ensures that your granola will bake evenly and get that perfect crunch.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, roughly chopped hazelnuts, shredded coconut, ground cinnamon, and sea salt. Stir until all the dry ingredients are well mixed.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, pure maple syrup, honey, vanilla extract, and hazelnut extract. This mixture will bind all the dry ingredients together and add sweetness.
  4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Using a rubber spatula, mix everything thoroughly until all the oats and nuts are evenly coated.
  5. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the granola mixture evenly across the sheet. Bake for about 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even browning. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning!
  6. Once the granola is golden brown, remove it from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. After cooling, stir in the dried cherries and chopped dark chocolate. The residual heat will slightly melt the chocolate, creating delectable pockets of richness.
  7. Allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cool, transfer it to an airtight container for storage. Your homemade hazelnut granola is now ready to be enjoyed!

Notes

  • Store granola in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
  • Granola stays fresh for up to two weeks at room temperature; up to a month in the fridge.
  • You can freeze granola for longer storage in a well-sealed bag or container.