My first batch of granola flew off the shelf, so I decided to go ahead and make another batch up last night. This one was amazing! I used Lisa’s suggestion, and added 1/4 C of coco powder. I went ahead and left out the fruit, added more nuts and doubled the recipe so that we don’t run out so quickly this time. I have never had chocolate flavored granola before, and it was quite a treat. I highly recommend trying it.
I imagine this would also be a great stand in for Cocopuffs and the like, if you are trying to wean your children (or grown men) off of overly processed, minimally nutritious, ready-to-eat breakfast cereals.
Here’s the link to my first granola recipe, and a couple others you might enjoy:
Sounds and looks delicious. And you are right, everything really is better with chocolate.
Thanks PeregrinJoe!
“this would also be a great stand in for Cocopuffs and the like, if you are trying to wean your children (or grown men) off…”
That had me rolling Becca! You nailed Lee head on with that comment. Cocopuffs is his favorite, sadly. He grew up on Mom’s granola, but without cocoa, so maybe I’ll have to try this.
Yay, I’m glad it turned out well for you!
WOW – that looks absolutely fab. I can feel my waistline expanding just looking at it.
Karen – It’s actually not really bad for you or your waistline. I haven’t calculated the calories, but even with a generous sized serving, it’s a lot less sugar and a lot more whole grains than in most cereals.