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10 Easy Gluten-Free Holiday Recipes With Mint Chocolate Chip Granola

From peppermint mocha breakfast bowls to no-bake chocolate mint desserts, these festive recipes are bringing serious holiday joy.

Chocolate and peppermint. Name a more iconic holiday duo. We'll wait.

There's something about that first bite of rich chocolate and cool, refreshing mint that immediately feels like the holidays. Think peppermint bark, mint chocolate cookies, cozy hot chocolate and all the nostalgic treats we look forward to every December.

This year, we're giving those classic flavours a little extra crunch.

Meet Rawcology's Limited Edition Mint Chocolate Chip Organic Grain-Free Granola, made with pure cacao, real peppermint oil, organic coconut and sprouted pumpkin and sunflower seeds. It's gluten-free, grain-free and naturally sweetened with organic coconut sugar, with just 4 g of sugar per serving.

And while it's delicious straight from the bag, it's also the perfect ingredient for easy holiday breakfasts, festive snacks and chocolate mint desserts.

Whether you're hosting a holiday brunch, making treats for a Christmas movie night or simply looking for a little something sweet after dinner, these 10 easy recipes are here to make your season extra delicious.

1. Peppermint Mocha Overnight Chia Pudding

Your favourite holiday coffee order, now in breakfast form.

Prep time: 10 minutes, plus chilling
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • ½ cup chia seeds

  • 1½ cups unsweetened almond or oat milk

  • ¼ cup cooled brewed espresso or strong coffee

  • 1 tbsp cacao powder

  • 1 to 2 tbsp maple syrup

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ cup Rawcology Mint Chocolate Chip Grain-Free Granola

  • Optional: coconut whipped cream and chocolate shavings

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the milk, coffee, cacao, maple syrup and vanilla in a bowl.

  2. Stir in the chia seeds and let sit for 10 minutes. Stir again to prevent clumping.

  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until thickened.

  4. Divide between two glasses and top with Mint Chocolate Chip Granola.

  5. Finish with coconut whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired.

Feel-good tip: Prepare the chia pudding the night before and add the granola just before serving to keep it extra crunchy.

2. No-Bake Chocolate Mint Cheesecake Cups

The easiest little dessert for holiday entertaining.

Prep time: 15 minutes, plus chilling
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Rawcology Mint Chocolate Chip Grain-Free Granola

  • 1 cup plain cream cheese or dairy-free cream cheese

  • ½ cup thick Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt

  • 3 tbsp maple syrup

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tsp cacao powder

  • Optional: 1 drop food-grade peppermint extract

  • Dark chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions

  1. Lightly crush the granola and divide it between four small dessert glasses.

  2. Beat together the cream cheese, yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla and cacao until smooth.

  3. Add the optional peppermint extract if you prefer a stronger mint flavour.

  4. Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the granola.

  5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

  6. Top with extra granola and dark chocolate shavings just before serving.

Hosting tip: Serve in mini glasses for an easy, individual Christmas party dessert.

3. Mint Chocolate Chip Nice Cream Sundaes

Ice cream for dessert? Always. Especially when chocolate mint is involved.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Add frozen bananas, milk, cacao and vanilla to a high-speed blender or food processor.

  2. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding just enough milk to help the mixture combine.

  3. Divide between two bowls.

  4. Top with Mint Chocolate Chip Granola and a drizzle of melted dark chocolate.

  5. Garnish with fresh mint and serve immediately.

Make it festive: Serve in chilled sundae glasses with extra crunchy granola on top.

4. Chocolate Mint Yogurt Bark

The freezer snack you'll want to keep stocked all December.

Prep time: 10 minutes, plus freezing
Servings: 8 pieces

Ingredients

  • 2 cups thick Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt

  • 2 tbsp maple syrup

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tbsp cacao powder

  • ¾ cup Rawcology Mint Chocolate Chip Grain-Free Granola

  • 2 tbsp melted dark chocolate

  • Optional: freeze-dried raspberries

Instructions

  1. Line a small baking sheet or tray with parchment paper.

  2. Mix yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla and cacao until smooth.

  3. Spread into a rectangle approximately ½ inch thick.

  4. Sprinkle generously with Mint Chocolate Chip Granola.

  5. Drizzle with melted dark chocolate and add crushed freeze-dried raspberries if desired.

  6. Freeze for 3 to 4 hours until firm.

  7. Break into pieces and store in an airtight freezer-safe container.

Feel-good tip: Let the bark sit for a minute or two before enjoying for the creamiest texture.

5. Peppermint Hot Chocolate Crunch Cups

Hot chocolate meets a crunchy chocolate dessert.

Prep time: 15 minutes, plus chilling
Servings: 6 mini cups

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips

  • 1 tsp coconut oil

  • ¾ cup Rawcology Mint Chocolate Chip Grain-Free Granola

  • ¼ cup coconut whipped cream

  • 1 tbsp cacao powder for dusting

  • Optional: mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Melt the chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in short intervals, stirring until smooth.

  2. Line six cups of a mini muffin tin with paper liners.

  3. Spoon a little melted chocolate into each liner and spread it up the sides.

  4. Add a spoonful of granola to each cup.

  5. Cover with remaining melted chocolate.

  6. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until set.

  7. Remove from the liners and top with a small dollop of coconut whipped cream and a dusting of cacao just before serving.

Holiday tip: Make these ahead and keep refrigerated until you're ready to serve.

6. Chocolate Mint Smoothie Bowl

For the mornings when you want breakfast to taste like dessert.

Prep time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 1 frozen banana

  • ½ cup frozen cauliflower florets, preferably steamed and cooled before freezing

  • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk

  • 1 tbsp cacao powder

  • 1 tbsp almond or sunflower seed butter

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

  • ⅓ cup Rawcology Mint Chocolate Chip Grain-Free Granola

  • Optional: cacao nibs and sliced banana

Instructions

  1. Blend the banana, cauliflower, almond milk, cacao, seed or nut butter and vanilla until thick and smooth.

  2. Transfer to a bowl.

  3. Top with Mint Chocolate Chip Granola, cacao nibs and banana slices.

  4. Enjoy immediately.

Feel-good tip: The granola adds chocolate mint flavour and a satisfying crunch without needing peppermint extract in the smoothie.

7. No-Bake Chocolate Mint Energy Bites

Little bites of holiday happiness for busy days.

Prep time: 15 minutes, plus chilling
Servings: 12 bites

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Rawcology Mint Chocolate Chip Grain-Free Granola, finely crushed

  • ½ cup sunflower seed butter

  • ¼ cup ground flaxseed

  • 3 tbsp maple syrup

  • 2 tbsp cacao powder

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 to 2 tbsp water, as needed

  • Optional: extra crushed granola for rolling

Instructions

  1. Combine crushed granola, sunflower seed butter, flaxseed, maple syrup, cacao and vanilla.

  2. Mix until a sticky dough forms, adding a little water if needed.

  3. Roll into 12 bite-sized balls.

  4. Roll in extra crushed granola for a crunchy coating.

  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before enjoying.

Snack tip: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

8. Dark Chocolate Peppermint Granola Bark

The holiday chocolate bark you'll want to make on repeat.

Prep time: 10 minutes, plus chilling
Servings: 10 to 12 pieces

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups dark chocolate chips

  • 1 tsp coconut oil

  • 1 cup Rawcology Mint Chocolate Chip Grain-Free Granola

  • 2 tbsp freeze-dried raspberries, crushed

  • Pinch of flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Melt the dark chocolate with coconut oil until smooth.

  3. Spread into a thin rectangle on the prepared sheet.

  4. Sprinkle with Mint Chocolate Chip Granola, freeze-dried raspberries and flaky sea salt.

  5. Refrigerate until completely set.

  6. Break into rustic pieces and enjoy.

Gifting idea: Package the bark in a festive tin lined with parchment paper for an easy homemade holiday gift.

9. Chocolate Mint Stuffed Dates

The three-ingredient sweet treat that's almost too easy.

Prep time: 10 minutes, plus chilling
Servings: 8 stuffed dates

Ingredients

  • 8 Medjool dates, pitted

  • ¼ cup sunflower seed butter

  • ½ cup Rawcology Mint Chocolate Chip Grain-Free Granola

  • ¼ cup melted dark chocolate

  • Optional: flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Slice each date lengthwise and remove the pit, keeping the date intact.

  2. Fill each date with a little sunflower seed butter.

  3. Press a spoonful of Mint Chocolate Chip Granola into the filling.

  4. Drizzle with melted dark chocolate.

  5. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.

  6. Refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes until the chocolate sets.

Holiday tip: Arrange on a platter for an easy gluten-free dessert bite that looks much fancier than the effort required.

10. Chocolate Mint Holiday Parfait Trifle

The showstopper dessert that takes just 15 minutes to assemble.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 2 cups prepared chocolate pudding, dairy-free if preferred

  • 2 cups coconut whipped cream or regular whipped cream

  • 1½ cups Rawcology Mint Chocolate Chip Grain-Free Granola

  • ½ cup fresh raspberries

  • ¼ cup dark chocolate shavings

  • Optional: fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  1. Spoon a layer of chocolate pudding into the bottom of six dessert glasses or one medium trifle dish.

  2. Add a layer of Mint Chocolate Chip Granola.

  3. Top with whipped cream.

  4. Repeat the layers until the glasses are filled.

  5. Finish with chocolate shavings, raspberries and fresh mint.

  6. Serve immediately for maximum crunch, or refrigerate the pudding and cream layers separately and assemble just before serving.

Entertaining tip: Set up a DIY parfait bar with bowls of granola, pudding, whipped cream and toppings so guests can build their own festive desserts.

Your Holiday Snack Era Starts Here

The best holiday treats are the ones that bring a little joy to everyday moments.

A cozy breakfast before the holiday rush. A homemade dessert shared with friends. A sweet afternoon snack between shopping, wrapping and everything else on your December to-do list.

Our Limited Edition Mint Chocolate Chip Organic Grain-Free Granola was made for all of it.

With rich cacao, refreshing peppermint, sprouted seeds and Rawcology's signature crunch, it's a delicious way to bring a little more goodness to your favourite festive recipes.

Ready to get your chocolate mint fix?

Shop Rawcology's Limited Edition Mint Chocolate Chip Grain-Free Granola and make your holiday snacking a little more delicious and gift it to all your friends and fam who want in on the best treats : )

Available for a limited time, while supplies last.