This bittersweet dark chocolate granola makes for a decadent breakfast, especially when paired with homemade yogurt. Maple syrup gives the granola a subtle sweetness, while cocoa butter and cacao give it a rich chocolatey flavor balanced by the warmth of cinnamon and cloves.
Makes about 8 servings 1 1/2 cups sprouted rolled oats
1 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup cacao nibs
1/2 cup Grade A dark maple syrup
1/4 cup cocoa butter, or coconut oil
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 1/2 teaspoons chocolate extract, optional Heat oven to 250 degrees F.
In a large mixing bowl, stir the oats, almonds, and cacao nibs together….