Raise your hand if you’re excited to dive into this GF Crunchy Chocolate Chip Granola with me!

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This GF Crunchy Chocolate Chip Granola is seriously To Die For! I now understand why bloggers say they have to make multiple batches when testing granola. Yep, I too ate the ENTIRE batch solo in my first round of testing. See, I was really sacrificing for you to come up with this recipe. My waistline does not thank you, but my taste buds do!
Now, the good stuff. This recipe is packed full of fiber, protein and if you eat it in moderation (aka 1/4-1/2 cup), you will be well under the caloric value of a traditional granola. This recipe has 80 calories per 1/4 cup serving and less than 2 grams of total fat!
GF Crunchy Chocolate Chip Granola is perfect to top your yogurt with, serve up in a bowl with milk, or simply portion out a handful and mix in with your popcorn– the possibilities are endless!
If you like CHOCOLATE (which I’m fairly certain you all probably do), check back Wednesday because I’ve got a special edition pudding to serve this granola with!

GF Crunchy Chocolate Chip Granola with Amaranth
Ingredients
- 1 cup popped amaranth
- 1 cup gluten free dry oats
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips allergen friendly for vegan version
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon melted vegan butter or 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine amaranth, oats, chocolate chips, vanilla, applesauce, sugar and butter. Stir with a spatula until evenly mixture is evenly coated.
- Heat oven to 350*F and spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray.
- Spread wet mixture evenly onto cooking sheet, making sure a thin layer is formed.
- Place in oven and cook for 18-20 minutes.
- Remove and let cool.
- Break and enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container for up to a week (though I don’t think it will last that long!)
Gina B says
Can’t wait to make the recipe. But where do you get the popped Amaranth? I know that Whole Foods had the grains but I have not seen the popped.? Appreciate your reply.
Elizabeth Shaw says
Hi Gina! Thanks so much for your comment- you can pick it up online. I purchase through Amazon and like the brand 5pm 🙂
Melanie says
I love how simple it is to make homemade granola, so why don’t I do it more often?! This recipe looks amazing! You can never go wrong with mini chocolate chips in a recipe. 🙂
Elizabeth Shaw says
LOL- I say that too with so many things! Hopefully this sparks you fancy, and taste buds too! <3
Sara @sarahaasrdn says
Yum, yum, yum! I adore granola! Thanks for a new recipe Liz!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Hope you make it 🙂
Sonali- The Foodie Physician says
Homemade granola rocks and I love all of the awesome goodness you have going on here! I have a long overdue trip on the amaranth train, you’ve definitely inspired me 🙂
Elizabeth Shaw says
Ah yay! I hope you enjoy Sonali!
acaspero says
This granola looks so good Liz! You know I have a bag of Amaranth in my cupboard just waiting to be used… I still need to try it! This granola looks right up my ally. Amazing!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Let me know how you do with popping the amaranth! I’ve never done it that way, only the prepopped variety!
Chelsea LeBlanc says
LOVE the apple sauce addition! I’ll have to try that next time I make granola! YUM!
Elizabeth Shaw says
A little stealth health move- but just the right amount of sweetness and liquid to make it work!
Jessica @ Nutritioulicious says
Another recipe for me to try amaranth! I really need to get on that!! I’ve tried making granola a couple of times and they’ve been fails, but I’m gonna cross my fingers and give this one a go – it just sounds too good to pass up!
Elizabeth Shaw says
The secret is to use the popped amaranth in the baking- trust me, I wouldn’t lie to you! In the meantime, whip it up with some of your quinoa on hand and see what you think!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Perfect way to use that yummy amaranth! (And chocolate!)
Elizabeth Shaw says
There’s always room for chocolate!
EA-The Spicy RD says
Fun recipe! I’ve been thinking about making some granola lately, so your recipe is the perfect inspiration. I’ve never added applesauce to my granola before, but sounds like a great idea!
Elizabeth Shaw says
I love this network- seems like we’re always getting inspired from eachother! What a way to make a living, right?! I love applesauce, I add it to everything!