Ingredients:
- 2 cups (180g) rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (60g) sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup (60g) pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup (35g) sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup (30g) flaxseeds
- 1/2 tsp (3g) sea salt
- 1/2 cup (120ml) honey
- 1/2 cup (125g) creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp (30ml) melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
- 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp (15g) coconut oil
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Spread oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and flaxseeds on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until they smell nutty and look lightly golden, stirring once halfway.
- Put honey, peanut butter, and 2 tbsp coconut oil in a small saucepan over medium low heat.
- Stir constantly until the mix is smooth and starts bubbling.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and sea salt.
- Pour the toasted nut mix into a bowl and stir in the warm binder Note: This ensures every single oat is coated in honey.
- Transfer to a parchment lined 8x8 inch pan. Press down firmly with a flat glass.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are deep golden brown.
- Melt chocolate chips and 1 tbsp coconut oil together. Pour over the cooled bars and spread evenly.
- Let the chocolate set at room temperature before slicing.