Michelin-Chef Inspired Breakfast: Spicy Chocolate Corn Granola Recipes

Experience breakfast luxury with granola created alongside a 3-star Michelin chef – where bold flavors meet morning comfort

When Michelin Meets Morning

Some collaborations are destined to be extraordinary. When we had the opportunity to work alongside a 3-star Michelin chef to create something truly unique, we knew we were embarking on something special. The result? Our Spicy Chocolate Corn Granola – a bold fusion that brings restaurant-level sophistication to your breakfast table.
This isn't your typical granola flavor. It's an adventure in every chunky bite, combining rich chocolate with the unexpected sweetness of corn and a gentle heat that awakens your palate without overwhelming it. The hazelnuts add depth and richness, while our handmade process ensures each piece delivers the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory that only comes from true culinary artistry.
Our award-winning approach of putting delicious first, healthy second has never been more evident than in this collaboration. Each small batch captures the innovative spirit of fine dining while remaining approachable enough for everyday breakfast luxury. Because sometimes, morning deserves the same creativity and passion that we bring to our finest meals.

Recipe 1: Mexican Hot Chocolate Smoothie Bowl

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Serves: 1

Ingredients:

  • 50g Naturally Granola Spicy Chocolate Corn blend
  • 1 frozen banana
  • 100ml almond milk
  • 2 tbsp raw cacao powder
  • 1 tbsp almond butter
  • 1 Medjool date, pitted
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • Fresh berries for topping
  • Dark chocolate shavings
  • Toasted corn kernels (optional)

Method:

  1. Blend banana, almond milk, cacao powder, almond butter, date, cinnamon, and cayenne until thick and creamy
  2. Pour into a bowl, keeping it thick enough to support toppings
  3. Arrange Spicy Chocolate Corn Granola in artistic lines
  4. Add fresh berries and chocolate shavings
  5. Sprinkle a few toasted corn kernels for extra texture if desired
  6. The granola's heat will complement the smoothie's spices perfectly
Michelin touch: The layering of heat – from the smoothie base and the granola – creates a complex flavor profile that builds as you eat, just like a carefully composed dish in a fine restaurant.

Recipe 2: Savory-Sweet Breakfast Polenta

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Serves: 2

Ingredients:

  • 60g Naturally Granola Spicy Chocolate Corn blend
  • 100g polenta (cornmeal)
  • 500ml whole milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 100g fresh berries
  • Honey for drizzling
  • Fresh thyme sprigs

Method:

  1. Cook polenta with milk, stirring constantly until thick and creamy (15 minutes)
  2. Stir in butter, maple syrup, and salt
  3. Meanwhile, fry eggs to your liking
  4. Serve polenta in bowls topped with fried eggs
  5. Sprinkle Spicy Chocolate Corn Granola around the edges
  6. Add fresh berries and drizzle with honey
  7. Garnish with fresh thyme
Chef's inspiration: This recipe plays with the corn connection in an unexpected way, creating a breakfast that's both comforting and sophisticated. The granola adds textural contrast and spice complexity to the creamy polenta base.

Recipe 3: Spiced Chocolate Corn Pancakes

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Serves: 2-3

Ingredients:

  • 60g Naturally Granola Spicy Chocolate Corn blend
  • 150g plain flour
  • 50g fine cornmeal
  • 2 eggs
  • 300ml buttermilk
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Butter for cooking
  • Maple syrup and extra granola for serving

Method:

  1. Lightly crush 40g of granola (keep chunky pieces)
  2. Whisk flour, cornmeal, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, chili powder, and salt
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed
  5. Fold in crushed granola
  6. Cook pancakes in buttered pan until golden and slightly spicy aroma develops
  7. Stack and top with remaining whole granola pieces
  8. Serve with maple syrup
Restaurant quality: The cornmeal adds texture and corn flavor that echoes the granola, while the spices create a warming heat that makes these pancakes unforgettable.

Recipe 4: Spicy Chocolate Corn Granola Brownies

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Baking Time: 25 minutes | Serves: 12

Ingredients:

  • 80g Naturally Granola Spicy Chocolate Corn blend
  • 200g dark chocolate (70%), chopped
  • 150g butter
  • 200g brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 100g plain flour
  • 30g cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 50g hazelnuts, roughly chopped

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Line a 20cm square tin with parchment
  2. Melt chocolate and butter together until smooth, then cool slightly
  3. Whisk in brown sugar, then eggs one at a time
  4. Add vanilla extract
  5. Sift flour, cocoa powder, salt, and cayenne (if using) into the mixture
  6. Fold in gently until just combined
  7. Lightly crush 60g of granola and fold into batter with chopped hazelnuts
  8. Pour into prepared tin and top with remaining whole granola pieces
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until just set (slightly gooey center is perfect)
  10. Cool completely before cutting
Michelin magic: These brownies capture the sophisticated heat and corn sweetness of the granola in fudgy, restaurant-quality form. The granola pieces on top stay crunchy while those mixed in create pockets of spiced texture throughout.
Perfect for: Weekend baking, special brunches, or when you want to show off the unique flavor profile of this chef-inspired granola in dessert form.

Recipe 5: Breakfast Mole Bowl

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Serves: 1

Ingredients:

  • 50g Naturally Granola Spicy Chocolate Corn blend
  • 200g thick Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp almond butter
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of chili powder
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1 small banana, sliced
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tbsp cacao nibs
  • Lime zest

Method:

  1. Mix Greek yogurt with almond butter, honey, cinnamon, and chili powder
  2. Spread the spiced yogurt mixture in your bowl
  3. Arrange avocado and banana slices artfully
  4. Sprinkle Spicy Chocolate Corn Granola generously
  5. Add pumpkin seeds and cacao nibs
  6. Finish with fresh lime zest
  7. The combination creates a breakfast version of complex mole flavors
Culinary adventure: This bowl takes inspiration from traditional mole, balancing chocolate, spice, and richness in a way that's both familiar and completely surprising for breakfast.

The Art of Culinary Collaboration

Working with a 3-star Michelin chef taught us that great flavor combinations often come from unexpected places. The idea of combining chocolate with corn and a touch of heat might sound unusual, but in the hands of a master chef, it becomes inevitable – each element enhancing the others in ways that create something entirely new.
Our chunky texture was crucial to this collaboration. The chef needed granola pieces substantial enough to hold their own against bold flavors, and our handmade process delivered exactly that. Each piece carries the perfect balance of chocolate richness, corn sweetness, and gentle heat that builds complexity without overwhelming the palate.
The Great Taste Award recognition for this unique flavor proves that innovation in breakfast can be just as exciting as innovation in fine dining. When you put delicious first and healthy second, you create space for the kind of creative risk-taking that leads to truly memorable flavors.

Why Bold Flavors Work at Breakfast

Starting your day with complex, interesting flavors does more than just satisfy your taste buds – it awakens your senses and prepares you for whatever the day might bring. The gentle heat in our Spicy Chocolate Corn Granola provides a natural energy boost, while the chocolate delivers those feel-good compounds that make morning feel like celebration.
The corn adds natural sweetness and a satisfying crunch that complements our chunky texture, while hazelnuts provide richness and depth. Together, these ingredients create a flavor profile that's sophisticated enough for special occasions but approachable enough for everyday luxury.
This is what happens when you approach breakfast with the same creativity and attention to detail that goes into fine dining – ordinary morning routines become opportunities for culinary adventure.

Restaurant Quality, Home Comfort

Our Spicy Chocolate Corn Granola brings the innovation of a 3-star Michelin kitchen to your breakfast table, but it's designed for real life – busy mornings, weekend brunches, and everything in between. The bold flavors work whether you're rushing through a smoothie bowl or savoring a leisurely pancake breakfast.
The handmade quality means each batch captures the full complexity of this unique flavor combination, ensuring that whether you're eating it straight from the bag or incorporating it into elaborate recipes, you're experiencing the same level of culinary craftsmanship that inspired its creation.

Ready for Breakfast Adventure?

These five recipes prove that morning can be just as exciting as any fine dining experience. Our Spicy Chocolate Corn Granola brings Michelin-level innovation to your breakfast routine, turning every bowl into an opportunity for culinary discovery.
Shop our award-winning Spicy Chocolate Corn Granola now and discover why breakfast deserves the same creativity as your finest meals. Available in 300g bags, 300g jars, and 1kg bags – because extraordinary flavors deserve to be experienced daily.
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