Chocolate Peppermint Olive Oil Granola

Indulge in the best holiday granola with this recipe for Chocolate Peppermint Olive Oil Granola. Not only does this homemade granola have rich chocolate flavor combined with refreshing cool mint, but it’s also made with olive oil and honey for a low sugar granola you can feel good about enjoying all month long!

If you are looking for more homemade granola recipes, check out some of my other favorites like Maple Cinnamon Olive Oil Granola, Homemade Vanilla Granola with Cranberries, Honey Almond Coconut Granola, Healthy Gingerbread Granola With Olive Oil, or Crispy Chocolate Olive Oil Granola.

A Quick Look At The Recipe

• Recipe Name: Chocolate Peppermint Olive Oil Granola
• Ready In: 55 minutes
• Makes: 8 cups
• Main Ingredients: olive oil, rolled oats, Dutch cocoa, peppermint extract
• Flavor Profile: rich chocolate, hearty oats and cool mint
• Dietary Info: dairy free, no seed oils, eggless, gluten free swap available
• Difficulty: Easy!
• Why You’ll Love It: crisp, cocoa-kissed clusters with cool mint

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Healthy & Indulgent: You will love this Chocolate Peppermint Olive Oil Granola because this tastes like an indulgent breakfast made with wholesome organic ingredients.
• Festive: I add peppermint extract into this chocolate granola for a light and refreshing minty flavor. If you enjoy this with milk (which is my favorite way to eat it!) then the milk will become slightly chocolatey and minty, and it reminds me of a peppermint hot chocolate! Thus, making this the best holiday granola!
• Homemade Gift: This Chocolate Peppermint Granola makes the best holiday granola for gifting too! You guys voted on Instagram that I share gifting options for this recipe. So, I’m linking the jars that I used and ribbon so you can make this granola and give it as gifts this holiday season.

There is no better way to eat chocolate granola than this holiday inspired Chocolate Peppermint Olive Oil Granola! This Christmas granola tastes like a candy cane with the addition of rich chocolate. Make this for your Christmas morning brunch!

If you're looking for more holiday brunch ideas, be sure to check out other favorites like Eggless Cinnamon Pecan Babka Coffee Cake, Spiced Eggnog Babka Buns, Frosted Gingerbread Banana Bread, Hot Chocolate Sweet Rolls, Baked Chai Donuts with Sourdough Discard, Peppermint Mocha Coffee Cake, or Homemade Eggnog Waffles.

Ingredients

• Coconut: I use two kinds of coconut in this granola, unsweetened wide flake coconut and unsweetened fine shredded coconut.
• Oats: I use organic rolled oats, if you're gluten free, just make sure your oats are gluten free.
• Pumpkin Seeds: I use organic roasted and salted pumpkin seeds, but you can also use raw if you prefer.
• Cocoa Powder: I use organic Dutch cocoa powder for its rich chocolate flavor!
• Vanilla Bean: I use organic ground vanilla bean in this recipe because this allows the vanilla flavor to really bake into the granola. Trust me, don't skip it!
• Olive Oil: I use organic extra virgin olive oil, which makes this granola so crunchy!
• Honey: I use organic raw honey in this, and it helps this granola form perfect clusters.
• Peppermint Extract: I use Organic Peppermint Extract to make this granola full of Christmas bliss!

*For a full list of ingredients and measurements, visit the recipe card below.

Baker's Tips for Chocolate Peppermint Olive Oil Granola

• If you want to make this gluten free, just be sure to use certified gluten free oats.
• You can add nuts to this if you like, pecans, almonds, and walnuts are all great options. Add 113 grams nuts to the mix!
• The granola will seem wet when it comes out of the oven, this is okay! Let it cool completely and then it will dry into super crispy granola.
• Let the granola cool completely before breaking up into clusters.
• Make sure to store in an airtight container. It will last in the pantry for up to 1 month.
• You can freeze this in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
• High Altitude — Bake at 325°F for 20 minutes, remove from the oven and stir to rotate granola, bake again for 20 minutes or until the oats look dark golden brown.

How to Make Chocolate Peppermint Olive Oil Granola

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, add the oats, wide flake coconut, fine shredded coconut, pumpkin seeds, cocoa powder, and vanilla bean.

2. Mix together.

3. In a small pot, add the olive oil, honey, coconut sugar, and maple syrup. Put over medium heat and stir to combine completely. Continue to cook and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat. Add the salt and peppermint extract into the olive oil mixture and stir to combine completely.

4. Pour the mixture into the bowl with the oats and stir to combine completely.

5. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.

6. Bake for 20 minutes, remove from the oven and stir to rotate granola. Bake again for 20 to 25 minutes or until the oats look dark golden brown. Let cool completely on the baking sheet. (Make sure to check the Notes for high altitude instructions). Then break into clusters.

Gifting Supplies

• Glass Jars: You can use these 17 oz. Glass Canisters for gifting, they are so cute! You can also use tin tie bags as well.
• Holiday Ribbon
• Holiday Cards
• YumEarth Organic Mini Candy Canes (optional)

I also use these same jars for How to Make Sugar Cookie Mix for Gifts, How to Make Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix for Gifts, Homemade Candied Pecans Without Eggs, and Dark Chocolate Peppermint Pretzel Bark too!

Recipe FAQ's

Serving Ideas

• This is perfect with just a simple bowl of milk or yogurt.
• Enjoy with a side of Fluffy Scrambled Eggs With Sour Cream, Tomato Basil Quiche with Bone Broth, or Tomato Basil Quiche with Bone Broth for more protein.
• I love this as an afternoon snack with a cozy drink like Healthy Gingerbread Hot Cocoa with Bone Broth, Chai Tea Hot Chocolate, or Caramel Hot Cocoa.
• It's delicious with a side of Maple Turkey Breakfast Sausages, Everything Bagel Turkey Breakfast Sausages, or Homemade Pork Breakfast Sausage Patties.

More Christmas Breakfast Recipes

Healthy Gingerbread Granola With Olive Oil

Frosted Gingerbread Baked Donuts

Peppermint Mocha Coffee Cake

Hot Chocolate Sweet Rolls