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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola for Sweet Mornings

This Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola is a customizable snack that's quick to make and perfect for busy mornings and sweet afternoons.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Snacks
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 cups Oats the foundation providing structure and fiber
  • 8 oz Pecans adds delightful crunch and nuttiness
  • 8 oz Walnuts rich in healthy fats
  • 1.5 cups Sunflower Seeds contributes protein and an extra crunch
For the Sweet Mixture
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar enhances sweetness and moisture
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla adds a warming depth of flavor
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil binds the granola and adds moisture
  • 3/4 cup Honey gives natural sweetness and helps everything stick together
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup brings in sweetness and a complex flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt balances the sweetness beautifully
For Sweet Treats
  • 6-8 oz Chocolate Chips a sweet chocolaty addition
  • 6-8 oz Peanut Butter Chips adds a creamy peanut flavor

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with foil, lightly greasing it.
  2. Combine oats, pecans, walnuts, and sunflower seeds in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, vegetable oil, vanilla, and salt. Heat over medium until boiling.
  4. Pour the sweet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, pressing down gently to form clusters.
  6. Bake for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway through for even browning.
  7. Let the granola cool completely on the baking sheet before adding chocolate and peanut butter chips.
  8. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Chill the granola before storing to ensure it clumps together beautifully. Adjust syrup levels based on ingredient additions to keep it sticky.

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