Description
This Cookies and Cream Granola is a delightful blend of oats, almonds, and oreos, making it an irresistible snack or breakfast. It features simple ingredients and a straightforward process, perfect for anyone craving a homemade treat with a touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed
- ¼ cup hemp hearts
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup butter or avocado oil
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 10 oreo thins, chopped
- 1 cup mini white chocolate chips
- optional: add in mini oreos if you wish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, almonds, coconut, flaxseed, hemp hearts, and salt.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter, syrup, and sugar over low heat, whisking until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring twice during the baking.
- After 30 minutes, remove from the oven, toss the granola well, and let it cool for 15 minutes.
- Stir in half of the mini white chocolate chips and the chopped oreos. Allow to cool completely.
- Add the remaining white chocolate chips and transfer to a sealed container. Store for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Feel free to substitute the butter with avocado oil for a lighter option.
Add mini oreos for an extra crunch and flavor, if desired.
Make sure to store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg