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A Guilt-Free Indulgence: Surprisingly Healthy and Decadent Granola Recipes

Calling all decadent granola lovers! Today, we’re diving into a delicious dilemma: making your snacks both sinfully tasty and splendidly healthy! These granola recipes are sure to be your new favorite sweet treats that satisfy your taste buds without tipping the scales.

Decadent Granola Apple Crisp

Nothing says autumn like the sweet scent of baked apples. Try out this simple, rustic, recipe brimming with warmth and comfort.

Ingredients:

  • 4 medium-large apples, thinly sliced, peeled, and cored
  • 2 teaspoons of cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
  • 1 cup of Little Red Wagon Granola (any variety)
  • 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
  • One scoop of vanilla ice cream or vanilla yogurt for serving (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Toss the apple slices with cinnamon and brown sugar in a mixing bowl.
  3. Place the apple mixture in a dish. Mix the decadent granola with melted butter, then sprinkle it over the apples.
  4. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
  5. Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream if you want to indulge or a dollop of vanilla yogurt if you want it to be healthier.
  6. Enjoy!

Chocolate-Drizzled Granola Bites

Craving chocolate? We’ve got you covered with these bite-sized delights that are as easy to make as they are delightful to eat.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of Crunchy Monkey Little Red Wagon Granola
  • ½ cup nut butter of your choice
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips, melted

Instructions:

  1. Mix granola, nut butter, and honey until well combined.
  2. Roll into small balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Drizzle melted chocolate over the granola bites.
  4. Refrigerate for at least an hour until firm.
  5. Enjoy when set or save them for later!

Granola Fruit Tartlets

Host the perfect end-of-summer party with these adorable granola fruit tartlets. They are colorful, festive, and surprisingly easy to put together.

Ingredients:

  • Pre-baked mini tart shells
  • Your favorite flavored yogurt (we like to make these with vanilla bean)
  • Assorted fresh fruits (berries, kiwi, mango, or whatever you fancy)
  • 1 cup of Cosmopolitan Little Red Wagon Granola

Instructions:

  1. Fill each tart shell with a spoonful of yogurt.
  2. Top with an assortment of freshly chopped fruits (you can make a fun pattern or keep it simple)
  3. Sprinkle with granola for a crunchy finish.
  4. Enjoy!

Please Your Palate With Little Red Wagon Granola! 

Whether you are planning a cozy night in or a festive gathering, these guilt-free, decadent granola recipes will satisfy your cravings! Enjoy every spoonful; enjoy every bite! Great meals and snacks start with great ingredients, and a bit of creativity can transform the staples you have on hand into a guilt-free indulgence!

Want more granola goodness? You’re in the right place. Follow our blog for more recipes, tips, and tasty treats. Visit us at Little Red Wagon Granola to shop our full range of products and make every snack healthy and delicious. Here’s to delicious dishes that keep life sweet and satisfying—all at once!