As a mama who loves making scratch-made meals, I’m always looking for ways to nourish my family while keeping processed foods to a minimum. Store-bought granola often contains a laundry list of additives, preservatives, and refined sugars—things I try to avoid in our kitchen. That’s why I love making Homemade Cookie Dough Granola from scratch! It’s perfectly sweet, packed with wholesome ingredients, and most importantly, something my whole family enjoys.
Why You Will Love Homemade Cookie Dough Granola
- It’s refined sugar-free but still perfectly sweet.
- It contains no additives or processed junk like store-bought granola.
- It’s a great fiber-rich snack that keeps everyone full and satisfied.
- It makes the perfect crunchy topping for yogurt or a grab-and-go snack.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Parchment Paper
- Baking Sheet
- Storage Container
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Kitchen Scale
Ingredients in Homemade Cookie Dough Granola
- Rolled oats (Organic or fresh flaked groats)– Provide heart-healthy fiber
- Fresh-milled oat flour – Adds a homemade touch
- Cashew butter – Lends a rich, cookie-dough-like flavor
- Maple syrup – Brings natural sweetness
- Chocolate chips – Because everything is better with some chocolate!
How to enjoy Homemade Cookie Dough Granola
- With yogurt & fruit – A crunchy, sweet addition to your favorite yogurt bowl.
- As a cereal – Just add some milk, and you’ve got a quick, wholesome breakfast.
- By the handful – Because sometimes, a mama (and toddlers!) just needs a snack!
- As a topping – Sprinkle it over oatmeal, smoothie bowls, or even ice cream for an extra treat.
Instructions
Preheat the oven and mix dry ingredients
Preheat your oven to **325°F** and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix together the rolled oats, oat flour, cinnamon, sea salt, and baking soda
Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, vanilla, and cashew butter. Add the melted coconut oil last to prevent it from solidifying.
Combine Ingredients
Pour the wet ingredients over the dry and stir until everything is fully incorporated.
Prepare and Bake
Spread the mixture evenly onto your prepared baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Cool and Add Chocolate Chips
6. Let the granola cool for about 5 minutes, then sprinkle in the chocolate chips while it’s still slightly warm (but not hot).
Store
Store your Cookie Dough Granola in an airtight container—it will stay fresh for up to a week!
Homemade Cookie Dough Granola
Equipment
- 2 Mixing Bowls
- 1 Wooden Spoon or Spatula
- Parchment Paper
- 1 Baking Sheet
- 1 Storage Container
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats Organic, can be fresh flaked groats
- ¼ cup oat flour you can just put rolled oats in the food processor, no need to buy oat flour
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbs cashew butter
- ⅓ cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ⅓ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together the rolled oats, oat flour, cinnamon, sea salt, and baking soda
- In another bowl, whisk together the **maple syrup, vanilla, and cashew butter. Add the melted coconut oil last to prevent it from solidifying.
- Pour the wet ingredients over the dry and stir until everything is fully incorporated.
- Spread the mixture evenly onto your prepared baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let the granola cool for about **5 minutes**, then sprinkle in the chocolate chips while it’s still slightly warm (but not hot).
- Store your cookie dough granola in an airtight container—it will stay fresh for up to a week!
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