These plant-based Sweet & Salty Granola Bars with our organic and fair trade NOOCH IT! Cashew Grated Cheeze are easy to make and will sweeten up your day!
1 flax “egg” (egg substitute) prepared (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp hot water from tap, mix together and let stand for 10 mins to thicken)
1/3 cup chopped semi-sweet chocolate + extra for drizzling
Directions
Line 8×8 pan with parchment paper overhang
Add oats, rice krispies, pumpkin seeds, cashews, NOOCH IT!, and salt in large bowl and mix to combine.
In a small microwave safe bowl, add peanut butter, maple syrup, and vegan butter. Microwave for 30 seconds, mix and then microwave for another 30-40 seconds until mixture is well combined.
Add peanut butter mixture and prepared flax egg to your dry ingredient bowl and mix to combine.
Let cool for 10 mins then add chopped chocolate and mix well until combined.
Pour the granola mixture into your lined pan and spread out evenly, pressing down firmly.
Cover with plastic wrap and place in fridge to firm up 1 hour – overnight is best or until granola has hardened.
Drizzle with melted chocolate (In a small bowl microwave 1/4 chopped chocolate for 1 min or until melted)
Recipe Note
Let cool then cut into squares or serve crumbled as a quick on the go snack. You can store these yummy bars in fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for 1 month. Bon appétit!
