Chewy Peanut Butter Granola Bars

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers similar taste with less saturated fat.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup provides a unique flavor while being vegan.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: cocoa powder

Dark chocolate is lower in sugar and adds antioxidants.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is plant-based and adds a subtle flavor.

Line an 8 x 8 inch baking sheet with parchment or foil (use spray oil on the foil) and set aside.

In a medium saucepan, combine the honey, peanut butter and coconut oil. Heat over medium heat, stirring until everything is melted and smooth.

Bring to a simmer and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently. Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla and salt, and allow to cool 10-15 minutes.

Once the pot has cooled slightly, stir in the almonds, rolled oats and chocolate chips.

Spread the mixture into the prepared pan, pressing it down firmly using a spatula. It is important to press it down very firmly, and spraying the spatula lightly with oil helps prevent everything from sticking.

Sprinkle tops with a few extra mini chocolate chips and refrigerate the bars for minimum of 2 hours.

Cut into bars and store in a large container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

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