Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, cocoa powder, walnuts, almonds, wheat germ, ground cinnamon, salt, and dried fruit.

In a small saucepan, add the water, oil, honey, brown sugar, and vanilla; bring to a boil, stirring constantly.

Pour the honey mixture over the dry ingredients and toss together until all ingredients are coated.

Spread onto the baking sheet and bake the granola for about 35 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally so the mixture browns evenly. For a crunchier granola, bake it for a few minutes longer.

Remove from the oven and place the baking sheet on a wire rack to cool. While the granola is still a bit warm, break up some of the larger clumps.

This chocolate granola can be served with milk, yogurt, or even ice cream and some fruit.

Once the granola has cooled, store it in an airtight container. Keeps in an airtight container for weeks.