dairy-free chocolate chips<\/a>. That\u2019s it!<\/p>\n\n\n\nI like how flexible granola can be, so let\u2019s talk about a few options this one has in particular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can use whatever nuts you prefer. <\/strong>I recommend walnuts, almond and pecans first for their texture. I\u2019ve also used pistachios, pumpkin seeds, and cashews. Pretty much any nut will work, just think of the texture and flavor combined with chocolate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n*Be aware, if you use nuts that are unsalted, I would recommend adding \u00bd teaspoon salt to the granola. <\/strong>If you use nuts that are already lightly salted, then only \u00bc teaspoon of salt is necessary. If you aren\u2019t sure what to do, start with \u00bc teaspoon of salt.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you need this recipe to be nut-free, you can use ONLY oats<\/strong> (no nuts!), so 4 cups of oats total. I just prefer the flavor, texture and healthy addition of nuts in my granola.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor the oil component of the granola,<\/strong> you can use coconut oil, olive oil, butter, etc. I like all three, just depending on what I have most of at the time!<\/p>\n\n\n\nOh, and that chocolate drizzle?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n There\u2019s a few ways you can do that too! First, you can (like I recommend) melt the chocolate and simply drizzle it on top<\/strong> of your granola.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nSecond, you can spread that chocolate drizzle across the top<\/strong> of your COOLED granola so you have a more even chocolate coverage. If you try and spread it across the top of granola before it cools, it can easily turn into a hot mess!<\/p>\n\n\n\nLast option: You can just sprinkle chocolate chips in with your granola<\/strong>, after it\u2019s cooled. No melting, no extra work. If you like extra chunks of chocolate, then this option is for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nTo sum it all up: If you like crunchy granola (especially large clusters – check out that picture!) and chocolate, then what are you waiting for?! Make this granola!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And once you do, take pictures and tag me in them on Instagram<\/a>, or leave me a comment on this post. I love hearing feedback from you all!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd if you want more fun granola flavor ideas,<\/strong> check out my Chai-spiced Granola<\/a>, Orange Turmeric Granola<\/a> and Maple Nut Granola<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>
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