Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Granola

30 Minutes

No way am I spending extra money on simple pantry staples that can easily be made at home — especially when homemade versions taste better and use ingredients I actually feel good about. This Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Granola is the perfect example of why homemade always wins.

It has everything you love about a soft, chewy oatmeal chocolate chip cookie, but in crunchy granola form. Lightly sweet, warm with cinnamon, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this granola tastes indulgent without being over-the-top. It’s the kind of recipe that makes mornings feel special, whether you’re sprinkling it over yogurt, pairing it with milk, or grabbing a handful straight from the jar.

What I love most about making granola at home is the control. You get to choose better oils, better sweeteners, and skip the fillers and preservatives that sneak into so many store-bought versions. This recipe uses rolled oats, flax and chia seeds for texture and fiber, nut butter for richness, and coconut oil to help everything crisp up perfectly in the oven.

The flavor profile is warm, cozy, and familiar — like a bakery-style oatmeal cookie — but it’s balanced enough for everyday breakfasts and snacks. A touch of maple syrup and vanilla rounds out the sweetness, while cinnamon and sea salt bring everything together.

This granola is also incredibly versatile. You can enjoy it as-is, mix in chocolate chips once it cools, or customize it with nuts, dried fruit, or coconut flakes. It stores beautifully, making it ideal for meal prep and busy weeks.

If you’re looking for a homemade granola recipe, a healthier oatmeal cookie-inspired breakfast, or an easy way to upgrade your mornings without spending extra money, this chocolate chip oatmeal cookie granola is the one to save.

Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Granola

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• Author: Sweta Patel
• Total Time: 30
• Yield: 6 1x

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• 3 cups rolled oats
• 1/4 cup oat flour
• 1 tablespoon flax and chia seed mix
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter or almond butter
• 1/3 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 360°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the rolled oats, oat flour, flax and chia seeds, cinnamon, and sea salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the nut butter, brown sugar (or coconut sugar), melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until everything is evenly coated.
5. Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and fragrant.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool completely the granola will crisp up as it cools

Notes

• Stir in chocolate chips once the granola has fully cooled to prevent melting.
• Add chopped nuts or shredded coconut for extra texture.
• Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.

• Prep Time: 5
• Cook Time: 25
• Category: Breakfast

Keywords: granola, homemade, oats, chia seed, yogurt parfait