Quinoa Granola Bars (Vegan/Oil Free/Gluten Free/Sugar Free)

By mjensen

Bars

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup sliced almonds (or whole almonds, chopped)
• 1 oz. 80% vegan dark chocolate, chopped (sugar-free)
• 2 1/2 cups rolled oats
• 1 1/4 cup cooked quinoa
• 2 tsp. vanilla essence
• 1/4 tsp. no-salt (or omit)
• 2 tbsp. unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup creamy raw almond butter
• 1 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp. date paste
• 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp. baking soda
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9 x 13 in. baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.

2. Combine all ingredients and mix until completely combined. Firmly press into prepared pan, then bake in preheated oven for 20 min.

3. Remove from oven and allow to cool in pan before cutting into 18 squares. Store in airtight container at in refrigerator.