Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
½ cup almonds (roughly chopped)
¼ cup peanuts or cashews (optional)
⅓ cup raisins or dried cranberries
½ cup peanut butter or almond butter
⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
½ cup dark chocolate chips
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
For the Chocolate Topping
¾ cup dark chocolate chips
1 tbsp coconut oil or butter
- Instructions
Prepare the base:
In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, chopped almonds, other nuts, and raisins.
Make the binding mixture:
In a small saucepan on low heat, warm the peanut butter and honey until smooth. Stir in vanilla and salt.
Combine:
Pour the warm mixture over the oat mixture and mix well. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Shape the bars:
Press the mixture firmly into a parchment-lined square pan.
Add chocolate topping:
Melt the chocolate chips with coconut oil until smooth. Spread evenly over the bars.
Chill:
Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until firm.
Slice and serve:
Cut into squares or bars. Top with extra nuts or dried fruit if desired.
✨ Tip: Store in the refrigerator for up to a week for a quick healthy snack.