Chocolate-Cranberry Crunch

Dairy Free
Health score
14%
Chocolate-Cranberry Crunch
45 min.
12
286kcal

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Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate and tangy cranberries with our Chocolate-Cranberry Crunch! This dairy-free treat is perfect for those looking to satisfy their sweet tooth without compromising on health. With just 45 minutes of preparation, you can whip up a batch that serves 12, making it an ideal side dish for gatherings or a wholesome snack for the family.

Imagine the aroma of warm oats mingling with the sweetness of honey and brown sugar, all brought together by a hint of cinnamon. The addition of crunchy pecans and crispy wheat cereal squares adds texture, while the semisweet chocolate and dried cranberries provide bursts of flavor in every bite. Each serving contains only 286 calories, allowing you to enjoy this delicious treat guilt-free.

Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a nutritious snack, Chocolate-Cranberry Crunch is sure to impress. It's easy to make, and the best part? You can store it in an airtight container for up to a week, ensuring you have a tasty treat on hand whenever cravings strike. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a delightful snack that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons canola oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar light packed
  • cups old-fashioned rolled oats 
  • 0.3 cup pecans chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried sweetened
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cup wheat cereal squares crispy

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 30
  2. Line a jelly-roll pan with parchment paper. Coat parchment with cooking spray.
  3. Combine oats and next 5 ingredients in a large bowl.
  4. Combine honey and canola oil in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat 2 minutes or until warm.
  5. Remove from heat.
  6. Add vanilla and chocolate, stirring with a whisk until smooth. Gently stir chocolate mixture into oat mixture.
  7. Spread chocolate mixture onto prepared pan.
  8. Bake at 300 for 28 minutes, stirring twice. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Stir in cranberries. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
  9. Pour measured oats, cereal, and nuts into bowl
  10. Measure dried cranberries
  11. Measure oats, cereal, brown sugar, and pecans
  12. Spread chocolate-oat mixture onto pan

Nutrition Facts

Calories286kcal
Protein7.11%
Fat24.13%
Carbs68.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.94
Glycemic Load
7.72
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
18.398695728053%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.36mg
Delphinidin
0.23mg
Catechin
0.22mg
Epigallocatechin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:285.77kcal
14.29%
Fat:8.12g
12.49%
Saturated Fat:1.63g
10.18%
Carbohydrates:52.05g
17.35%
Net Carbohydrates:46.51g
16.91%
Sugar:22.55g
25.06%
Cholesterol:0.28mg
0.09%
Sodium:214.98mg
9.35%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.2%
100%
Caffeine:4.06mg
1.35%
Protein:5.38g
10.76%
Vitamin D:16.77µg
111.83%
Manganese:0.97mg
48.39%
Folate:175.18µg
43.79%
Iron:7.4mg
41.09%
Fiber:5.54g
22.14%
Zinc:3.23mg
21.51%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.18%
Phosphorus:167.79mg
16.78%
Magnesium:57.96mg
14.49%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.96%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.27%
Vitamin B3:2.45mg
12.24%
Vitamin B12:0.64µg
10.63%
Selenium:6.57µg
9.38%
Copper:0.19mg
9.25%
Calcium:66.53mg
6.65%
Potassium:202.93mg
5.8%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.47%
Vitamin A:213.86IU
4.28%
Vitamin C:2.6mg
3.15%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
2.95%
Vitamin K:2.91µg
2.77%
Source:My Recipes