These muesli bars are a healthier version than what you’d find in the supermarket, but they do still contain some sugar. In small amounts, our body shouldn’t have a problem converting this sugar to energy especially since it is well balanced with healthy fats and protein from the nuts and seeds. These bars would be great as a quick snack after a long session to tide you over until you get to the café for some eggs!
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup pepitas
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2/3 cup dried dates, chopped
- 1/2 cup raw cashews, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
Method
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Preheat oven to 140°C (or 120°C fan forced). Line a 20 x 30cm rectangular baking tin with baking paper.
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Place the rolled oats, coconut, pepitas, chia seeds, cinnamon, dates and cashews in a large bowl.
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Place the coconut oil, sugar, honey and vanilla in a medium saucepan over a medium heat. Stir until all the sugar is dissolved and the ingredients are well combined.
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Add this mixture to the dry ingredients and stir to combine.
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Add the beaten egg and mix until all ingredients are well combined.
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Use slightly wet hands to press mixture firmly into a prepared tin. Smooth with the back of a spoon or spatula.
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Bake in preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until an even golden brown. Set aside to cool completely in the tin before removing and cutting into bars.
