Ingredients
- 1 C. Rolled Oats
- 1 C. Crispy Rice Cereal
- 1 C. Crushed, Salted Pretzels
- 1/2 C. Protein Powder of your choice
- 2 Tbs. Ground Flaxseeds
- 1/2 Tsp. Sea Salt
- 1/2 C. Nut Butter (I used almond butter)
- 1/4 C. Agave (see note)
- 3 Tbs. Coconut Oil
- 2 Tbs. Unsweetened Applesauce
- 1 Tsp. Pure Vanilla
- 1/2 C. Vegan Chocolate Chips (optional, but highly recommended)
Preparation
Step 1
1. Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Lightly grease a 9 x 13 inch pan and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine oats, crispy rice cereal, crushed pretzels, protein powder, ground flaxseeds, and salt.
4. In a separate, microwave-safe bowl, add the nut butter and coconut oil. Microwave for about 30 seconds, until coconut oil has melted and nut butter is drippy. Add the melted coconut oil and nut butter to your dry ingredients, along with the agave, applesauce, and vanilla. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips, if using.
6. Transfer the mixture to your prepared baking pan and use a spatula to flatten the mixture into the pan.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, until the top is lightly browned.
8. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
9. Store in the fridge.