🤩 Spicy Chocolate Granola 🤩
I LOVE granola, and I love spicy chocolate anything. Mexican hot chocolate…so good right? I got to thinking spicy chocolate + granola would be a winning combination. Turns out that it is!
Most granola is super high in sugar, despite its healthy reputation. My thanks to @superhealthykids for the inspo on this sugar-free adaptation. My version adds some stevia-based sweetener, and cocoa powder, but still is a real reduction in sugar over most commerical granolas.
Stir this into your morning Greek yogourt (Or Skyr). It’s a combo you’ll never want to turn your back on!
To make 4 servings:
1 1/3 c rolled oats
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to your own taste)
1/4 c cocoa powder
4 packets stevia sweetener
4 egg whites
Preheat your oven to 225F.
In a bowl, mix all ingredients except for the egg whites. In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the oat mixture, ensuring all the oats are well coated.
Spread the oats on two cookie sheets lined with parchment paper, and bake for 40 minutes, stirring halfway.
Allow the granola to cool fully before placing in an air tight container for storage.
