Truth is, I’ve had this granola mixed up for a week or so and really wanted to create some healthy granola bars out of them. Finally, I did it. Here’s the story:

1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. 

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2. In a large bowl, combine oats, quinoa, chia seeds, almonds, cranberries and non-dairy chocolate chips. 

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3. In a small saucepan on low, heat almond butter (or in my case, homemade cashew butter), honey, coconut oil and 1/2 tsp. salt until melted and smooth, stirring occasionally. Then, stir in prune puree. 

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4. Pour cashew butter mixture over oat mixture and stir to combine. 

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5. With hands, spread mixture onto baking sheet to the thickness you desire. Refrigerate until set, about 1 hour. Makes about 14 bars

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YUM. Store in an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

DOWNLOAD complete recipe: HERE.

Enjoy!

-ash