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maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides healthy fats while being versatile.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: cacao nibs

Dark chocolate has less sugar than standard chips.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are often less expensive than mixed nuts.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Combine rolled oats, cocoa powder, nuts, seeds, salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl.

In a separate bowl, mix maple syrup, honey, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil.

Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until evenly coated.

Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown.

Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.

Once cool, stir in chocolate chips.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

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