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A jar of chocolate covered cherry granola spilling on a tablecloth.

Chocolate Cherry Granola

This crave-worthy Chocolate-Covered Cherry Granola makes a delicious breakfast or afternoon snack!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 14 (¼ cup) servings
Calories: 180kcal
Author: Ginnie

Ingredients

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ cup quinoa, rinsed and patted dry
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dried cherries
  • 3 ounces (85 grams) dark chocolate, chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Stir together oats and quinoa in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt in a small bowl. Pour oil mixture over oats/quinoa and stir until well coated.
  • Spread oats on a baking sheet. Bake until golden, about 25 - 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let mixture cool completely.
  • Stir in cherries and chocolate.
  • Serve granola immediately or store in an airtight container. Enjoy!

Notes

Feel free to substitute another dried fruit for the cherries, if you prefer.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal
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