Homemade Cocoa Coconut Granola Bars Recipe

These homemade cocoa coconut granola bars are a perfect combination of sweet, crunchy, and chewy. Packed with nutritious ingredients like oats, nuts, and coconut, these bars are perfect for a quick breakfast or a healthy snack on the go.

Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts of your choice (almonds, pecans, walnuts)
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9x9 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine oats, coconut, chopped nuts, and cocoa powder.
3. In a separate bowl, mix honey, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt.
4. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well combined.
5. Press the mixture into the prepared baking dish, making sure it is evenly spread out and pressed down firmly.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before cutting into bars.
8. If desired, sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top of the bars before cutting.
9. Enjoy your homemade cocoa coconut granola bars!

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