Easy Almond Pistachio Granola with Chocolate Dried Cherries

This delicious homemade almond pistachio granola recipe is made with hearty rolled oats, a blend of nuts and finished off with dark chocolate-covered dried cherries. It comes together in a flash, and the hardest part is waiting for the chocolate cherries to set!

Here’s a rundown of the ingredients in this homemade pistachio granola:

• Dried cherries: I prefer to buy unsweetened cherries, because it helps keep the sugar content lower..
• Pistachios: I love the flavor combination of the cherries, chocolate and pistachios taking center stage!
• Dark Chocolate: I use Valrhona chocolate in this granola. It’s a super high quality chocolate, which I opt to use because I want my snacks to be super satisfying and indulgent. I also recommend Guittard chocolate as well!
• Rolled Oats: you simply cannot make granola without quality rolled oats!
• Chia Seeds: these add a little something extra– a slightly nutty flavor and a bit of extra protein and fiber, which helps keep you full!
• Flax Seed: ground flaxseed adds another layer of nutty flavor, while also adding fiber.
• Almonds - chopped almonds add crunchy flavor while playing nicely with the pistachios.
• Maple Syrup: this is the only ingredient that adds sweetness to the recipe, so you can add as much or as little as you like!
• Spices & Seasonings: I opt for salt, vanilla, cinnamon, and sometimes even cardamom!