Chocolate chip cookie granola takes the best parts of an oatmeal chocolate chip cookie and turns it into crisp, craggy clusters. Toasted oats, walnuts, melted chocolate, and flaky salt make this the perfect kind of snack.
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oats, walnuts, and salt. Stir to combine and set aside.
3 cups old-fashioned oats, 1 ½ cups chopped raw walnuts, 1 tsp kosher salt
Make the liquid mixture: In a microwave-safe measuring glass or a saucepan on the stove, melt the coconut oil. Stir in the honey, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
⅓ cup extra virgin coconut oil, ⅓ cup honey, ⅓ cup maple syrup, 1 tsp vanilla extract
Bake: Pour the liquid mixture over the oats and nuts. Stir until everything is combined and coated, and pour onto the baking sheet. Bake in the preheated 350°F oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes (2 times) until the oats and nuts are toasted and golden brown.
Add the chocolate: Once baked, remove from the oven and add the chocolate chips on top. Let the chips melt for 5 minutes, then stir to coat the mixture with the chocolate. Sprinkle on some flaky sea salt and let cool completely, 1-2 hours. Once cooled, break the granola into pieces and store it in an airtight container for up to 1 month.