cocoa granola

Cocoa Chocolate Granola

makes approx. 5 cups

3 cups rolled oats

2 tablespoons cocoa

1/2 cup raw almonds, chopped

1/2 cup hazelnuts, chopped

1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut

2 tablespoons demerara sugar

pinch of salt

6 tablespoons honey

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1/2 cup finely chopped bittersweet chocolate

1/4 cup dried cherries, chopped

Preheat oven to 300˚F.

In a large bowl combine the oats, cocoa, almonds, hazelnuts, coconut, sugar and salt. Stir well to blend.

In a small saucepan, over low heat, combine the honey and oil, whisking occasionally, until the honey is a pourable consistency. Pour over the oat mixture, and stir well to combine.

Spread the mixture evenly on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for about 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown. Half way through the baking time, give the mixture a good stir to help it cook evenly. When it's ready remove from the oven and let cool, stirring occasionally to prevent it from cooling into a solid sheet, let cool completely.

When cool, add the chocolate and dried cherries, stir to combine. Store in an airtight container.

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