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Cocoa, high fiber, energy source, breakfast cereal
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Cocoa Granola (60 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 420 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.2 g of carbs, 5.7 g of protein, 7.8 g of fat and 5.1 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Manganese covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cocoa Granola is a toasted breakfast cereal, usually made by coating rolled oats with cocoa and a sweetener, then baking them into crisp flakes and clusters. Recipes may include other grains, seeds or nuts. It has a roasted, chocolatey flavour and a crunchy, crumbly texture; served with milk, the flakes soften, while yogurt keeps the clusters pleasantly crisp.
Granola is especially familiar as a breakfast food in North America, and is also an easy option for busy mornings elsewhere. It is mainly a carbohydrate- and energy-providing cereal, with 8.5 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter bowl, use a modest portion and pair it with plain yogurt and fresh fruit; it can also be sprinkled over porridge or a smoothie bowl.
Selected: 100 g
420
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
62g
· 23% DV
Protein
9.5g
· 19% DV
Fat
13g
· 17% DV
Fiber
8.5g
· 30% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 9% · Fat 29%
Vitamins
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
B3
2.1mg · 13% DV
Biotin
3.5µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
210mg · 30% DV
Iron
4mg · 22% DV
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 420 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.8:1).
Cocoa granola can be a convenient breakfast made with oats and cocoa, but recipes differ in their added sugar and fat. Pairing a measured serving with plain yogurt and fruit makes it easier to build a more balanced meal.
Eat cocoa granola with milk, yogurt, or a milk alternative, or enjoy it as a crunchy snack. Add it just before serving if you want to keep the flakes and clusters crisp.
To make cocoa granola, coat oats with cocoa, oil, and a sweetener, then bake until toasted. You can mix in nuts or seeds; let the granola cool completely before storing so its clusters can crisp up.
Yes, cocoa granola may contain a small amount of caffeine because cocoa naturally contains caffeine. The amount varies with the type and quantity of cocoa used, so people sensitive to caffeine may prefer a smaller serving or avoid it late in the day.
Some cocoa granola contains added sugar, honey, or syrup, while other recipes use less or none. Cocoa itself is not sweet, so check the ingredient list on packaged granola or adjust the sweetener to your taste when making it at home.
Cocoa granola can taste bitter when it is made with unsweetened cocoa or little sweetener. Try it with ripe banana, berries, or plain yogurt to balance the cocoa flavor, or choose a sweeter recipe if you prefer a less intense taste.
Cocoa granola pairs well with plain yogurt, milk, or a milk alternative, as well as fruit such as banana, berries, or pear. Add it shortly before eating so the liquid does not soften its toasted clusters.
People with diabetes can include cocoa granola if its carbohydrate content and serving fit their meal plan; added sweeteners vary between products. Pairing it with plain yogurt may make a more filling meal, and a clinician or dietitian can advise on individual needs.
Cocoa granola does not cause weight loss on its own. Its crunchy clusters can be easy to over-serve, so portioning it before eating and pairing it with yogurt or fruit can help make breakfast more satisfying.
Store cocoa granola in an airtight container in a cool, dry place after it has cooled completely. Keep it away from moisture, which can make the clusters lose their crunch; once mixed with milk or yogurt, eat it promptly.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.