I’m on a bit of a mission to reduce the amount of ultra-processed food in our household – and it all started when I realised that the “somewhat healthy” granola lurking in our pantry was actually full of nasties. That discovery sent me down a rabbit hole of homemade granola experiments… and honestly? I’m definitely not mad about it.
While a classic spiced nut granola will always have my heart, I’ll never say no to chocolate first thing in the morning. This chocolate & peanut butter granola is rich, cosy, and just sweet enough to feel indulgent without being sickly.
If you’ve got a sweet tooth, you’re going to love this one. The combination of dark chocolate and peanut butter gives serious Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups vibes – which is about as close as I’m getting while trying to keep UPFs in check! It’s chocolatey without being overly sugary, thanks to the cocoa powder, and you can always throw in extra chocolate chips if you’re feeling a little rebellious.
The best bit? You can whip up a batch of this chocolate and peanut butter granola in under half an hour. It’s also super easy to double, triple, or halve, depending on how fast your household goes through granola (no judgement – I snack on this straight from the jar).
If you’ve never made your own granola before, this is the perfect place to start. It’s genuinely so easy. Read on for the full recipe!
Method
Follow these steps to make our Chocolate & Peanut Butter Granola
Preheat your oven to 180°C. Line a baking tray with non-stick parchment paper and set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together your oats, nuts and seeds, maple syrup, coconut oil, cocoa powder, sea salt, vanilla extract, and peanut butter. Mix really well until everything is evenly coated.
Top Tips: If your peanut butter is stiff, microwave it for around 30 seconds so it’s easier to mix through. If you prefer a more uniform texture, roughly chop your nuts first.
Tip the mixture onto your lined baking tray and spread it out into an even layer. Press it down firmly with your spatula. Bake for 10 minutes.
Remove from the oven, mix everything up, then flatten it back down again. Pressing it down firmly helps create those lovely chunky clusters. Return to the oven for another 10-12 minutes, keeping an eye on it so it doesn’t catch.
Remove from the oven and leave the granola to cool on the tray for about an hour. This is what helps it crisp up properly, so resist the urge to poke it too early.
Once fully cool, gently break it up with your hands and stir through the dark chocolate chips. Transfer your granola to a jar or airtight container – but make sure it’s completely cool first, or it’ll go soft and lose its crunch. Enjoy with milk or greek yoghurt!
How To Store Chocolate & Peanut Butter Granola
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 weeks (if it lasts that long – I grab it by the handful every time I walk past the kitchen!).
You can also freeze the chocolate granola for up to 3 months. It thaws fairly quickly when sprinkled over yoghurt, and freezing actually helps preserve that “just baked” flavour and crunch.
Extras You Could Add in To Your Chocolate & Peanut Butter Granola
This granola is super adaptable, so feel free to have a little fun with it and tweak the flavours to suit what you love (or what you’ve already got in the cupboard):
- Coconut flakes (add halfway through baking so they don’t burn)
- White or dark chocolate chips
- Orange zest for a bit of a Jaffa Cake vibe
- Dried cranberries to cut through the sweetness
- Peanuts for an extra peanut butter hit
- Cacao nibs for a more grown-up crunch
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This chocolate & peanut butter granola is perfect for gifting, for cutting down on UPFs, or simply for being a bit kinder to your budget. Once you start making your own granola, it’s really hard to go back to shop-bought!
If you’re building a little collection of reliable, low-effort bakes and breakfast staples, this one deserves a permanent spot in your rotation. For more easy recipes and foodie inspiration, make sure to explore the Savery Grazing blog – and come say hi over on Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest too!