Choco Granola
This is not only super simple to make, but it includes healthy ingredients such as ghee, quinoa and oats, and avoids the refined sugars and vegetable oils we find in so many store bought options. More importantly my kids all LOVE it (and so do I).
I’ve used ghee as the fat in this recipe, which lends not only beautiful flavour, but a source of healthy fats and nutrients that are important for busy minds, bodies and tummies.
Ghee is similar to clarified butter; The milk solids are removed, making it almost lactose-free and the way it is prepared makes it safe to be used at high temperatures. Unfortunately many cooking oils (e.g. canola, sunflower, vegetable oils) are not great for cooking with as they release toxic compounds when heated too high.
Ghee is a source of vitamins A and E, and antioxidants and contains high concentrations of Omega-3 fatty acids and butyric acid which are associated with lowering inflammation and improving digestive health. The fat in ghee also assists with the absorption of nutrients and keeps tummies fuller for longer.
Choco Granola
Author: Jessica Hoskins
Published: 2017-01-01
Prep Time: 10M
Cook Time: 25M
Total Time: 35M
Yield: Approx. 6 cups
Category: Breakfast/Snack
Ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup activated buckwheat
- 1/2 cup quinoa flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 heaped tablespoon cacao powder
- 100ml melted ghee.
- 100ml Maple syrup
- 1/2 cup coconut flakes
- Optional: 1/2 cup desired seeds and nuts (hemp, chia, sesame, pecans)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F).
- In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, activated buckwheat, quinoa flakes, sea salt, cinnamon, and cacao powder.
- In a small bowl or jug, whisk together the melted Ghee and maple syrup.
- Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and toss to coat well.
- Spread the mixture out on a large, lined baking tray and bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove the tray from the oven and turn over the mixture using a silicone spatula or wooden spoon.
- Add the coconut flakes and optional seeds and nuts to the tray and stir again. Turn off the oven.
- Return the tray to the oven for a further 10 minutes.
- Allow the granola to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container.
Recipe Notes:
- Ghee can be store-bought or easily made at home using a grass-fed option. You can find a recipe for making ghee here.
- This choco granola can be enjoyed as a breakfast cereal with your favourite milk or yogurt, or as a delicious snack on its own.
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your choice of dried fruits or additional spices.
- Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
