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Crunchy Quinoa, Toasted Almond and Dark Chocolate Brown Butter Granola.

This granola is a crunchy, sweet delight! Packed with nutritious quinoa, toasted almonds, and dark chocolate for a perfect breakfast or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2.5 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup toasted sliced almonds
  • 0.5 cup ground flaxseed
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 0.5 cup honey
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Small Saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, cooked quinoa, toasted almonds, ground flaxseed, salt, and cinnamon. Stir until evenly distributed.
  4. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until it turns golden brown and smells nutty.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the honey and vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the brown butter mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until evenly coated.
  7. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  8. After baking, let it cool for 10 minutes and then sprinkle dark chocolate chips over the warm granola.
  9. Let the granola cool completely before breaking it into clusters and storing in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, replace honey with maple syrup and butter with plant-based alternatives.
  • Customize with your favorite nuts or seeds!
  • Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks at room temperature.