CHOCOLATE CRUNCH (COOKING LIGHT)

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This granola is satisfying on it's own or sprinkled over yogurt, fresh fruit, or ice cream. Store in an airtight container for up to one week, or freeze for up to one month.

Provided by Wabashriver1

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 8 cups, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
3 cups oats
1 cup oven-toasted crispy rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies)
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped (60 to 70% cocoa)
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 3oo degrees.
  • Cover a jelly roll pan with parchment paper. Coat parchment paper with cooking spray.
  • Combine oats, rice cereal, brown sugar, chopped pecans, salt and ground cinnamon in a large bowl.
  • Combine honey and canola oil in a small saucepan over low heat; cook 2 minutes or until warm. Remove from heat. Add vanilla and chocolate; stir with a whisk until smooth. Pour chocolate mixture over oat mixture. Lightly coat hands with cooking spray. Gently mix chocolate mixture and oat mixture until combined. Spread oat mixture onto prepared jelly-roll pan. Bake at 300 degrees for 20 minutes, stirring after 10 minutes. Cool completely on pan; stir in cranberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.8, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 88.8, Carbohydrate 32.8, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 11.4, Protein 5.3

JOSEPH NGANGA
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The chocolate crunch was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll add some more butter next time.


Effah Dominic
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll try a simpler chocolate crunch recipe next time.


Ambar Powell
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I had some trouble getting the chocolate crunch to set, but after a few tries I finally got it right.


micky treacy
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The chocolate crunch was a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall it was a good recipe.


Foisal Hosen
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This was my first time making chocolate crunch and it turned out amazing! I'm so glad I found this recipe.


it's Mani Tv
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to make and it always turns out great. I also like that it's a healthier dessert option.


Jalil khan Jalil khan
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and it's been a hit both times.


AnticTukSA
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chocolate crunch was the perfect balance of sweetness and crunch.


Anita Sah
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This was a great recipe. I made it for my kids and they loved it!


Savanna Garcia
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of chocolate and crunch.


Raqeeb Bozdar
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Delicious! I made this for a potluck and everyone loved it.


Rusheekah Abrahams
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Easy to follow recipe that turned out great! The chocolate crunch was a hit with my family and friends.


Sindh Hifazat News
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This chocolate crunch recipe was a delightful treat! The combination of chocolate, oats, and pecans was perfect, and the crunch from the pecans added an extra layer of texture. I will definitely be making this again!