Chocolate Puffed Quinoa Granola

Name: Chocolate Puffed Quinoa Granola
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4-6 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup of HerbaZest Aguaje Powder; 3 tablespoons of coconut oil (melted); 3 tablespoons of maple syrup; 3 tablespoons of peanut butter; 2 tablespoons of Cacao Powder; 1/2 cup of oats (rolled for a firmer bite or instant for a softer granola); 1/4 cup of dark chocolate chips

Updated: April 14, 2026

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This chocolate granola is light and gently crisp from quinoa and oats, with rich cacao flavor and subtle nuttiness from peanuts. It has a soft crunch and just the right amount of natural sweetness, perfect with milk, yogurt, smoothie bowls, or fresh fruit.

Servings

4-6 servings

Total time

20min

Prep time

10min

Bake time

10min

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Ingredients

1 cup of HerbaZest Puffed Quinoa
3 tablespoons of coconut oil (melted)
3 tablespoons of maple syrup
3 tablespoons of peanut butter
2 tablespoons of Cacao Powder
1/2 cup of oats (rolled for a firmer bite or instant for a softer granola)
1/4 cup of dark chocolate chips

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Directions

Combine the melted coconut oil, peanut butter, maple syrup, and cacao powder in a large bowl and mix until smooth and glossy.
Add the puffed quinoa and oats, stirring until everything is evenly coated.
Spread the mixture in an even layer on a parchment-lined baking tray and bake at 350°F (180°C) for 10 minutes.
Remove from the oven, immediately sprinkle the dark chocolate chips over the warm granola, and let it sit undisturbed as it cools. Once completely cool, serve or transfer to an airtight glass jar for storage. Enjoy!