Low Sodium Hazelnut and Chocolate Granola
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of this Low Sodium Hazelnut and Chocolate Granola—a homemade breakfast or snack option that’s both decadent and heart-healthy! Packed with wholesome rolled oats, raw hazelnuts, and a luxurious hint of dark chocolate, this recipe skips the added salt while maximizing flavor with spices like ground cinnamon and natural sweeteners like maple syrup. Coconut oil gives the granola a velvety richness, while unsweetened cocoa powder and shredded coconut elevate each bite with layers of texture and taste. Perfectly baked to crispy perfection, this granola is simple to make and ideal for meal prep, offering a guilt-free treat that you can enjoy solo, sprinkled over yogurt, or paired with milk. It’s the ultimate low sodium chocolate granola recipe for those seeking a delicious and nutritious anytime snack!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Rolled oats
- 1 cup Raw hazelnuts
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 cup Coconut oil
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, raw hazelnuts, unsweetened cocoa powder, and ground cinnamon. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Stir the ingredients together until all the oats and hazelnuts are coated.
Spread the granola mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking. Watch closely in the last 5 minutes to prevent burning.
Remove from the oven and allow the granola to cool on the baking sheet. As it cools, it will become crispier.
Once completely cooled, stir in the unsweetened shredded coconut and dark chocolate chips.
Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3525 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.8 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.3 g | 522% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 352.0 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 77.7 g | 278% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.8 g | ||
| Protein | 85.1 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 480 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 37.3 mg | 207% | |
| Potassium | 3800 mg | 81% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
