Delicious Vegan Granola Bars

These homemade vegan granola bars are a delicious and nutritious snack option. Packed with oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit, they provide a good source of energy and are perfect for on-the-go snacking or as a quick breakfast. They are also gluten-free and dairy-free, making them suitable for those with dietary restrictions. Customize them with your favorite ingredients and enjoy a healthy and satisfying treat!

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (such as almonds, cashews, or walnuts)
• 1/4 cup dried fruit (such as raisins, cranberries, or chopped dates)
• 1/4 cup seeds (such as pumpkin or sunflower seeds)
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• pinch of salt

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well combined.
3. Add the rolled oats, chopped nuts, dried fruit, seeds, and shredded coconut to the bowl. Mix everything together until the ingredients are evenly distributed and coated with the almond butter mixture.
4. Transfer the mixture to the lined baking dish and press it down firmly using the back of a spoon or your hands.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven and let the granola bars cool completely in the baking dish.
7. Once cooled, lift the parchment paper to remove the granola bars from the dish. Place them on a cutting board and slice them into bars of your desired size.
8. Store the vegan granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

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