Hey, do you know the difference between a candy bar and an energy bar? Usually about a buck...hey-O!
It has the flexibility to substitute many of the ingredients with other ingredients that are similar in nature.
Today, 'this monkey' will show you how to make NO-BAKE ENERGY MONKEY BARS...let's get started!
WHAT YOU NEED:
1 c Rolled Oats (I used rye rolled oats because that's what I had. Old-fashioned oats are probably the most common)
2/3 c Unsweetened Shredded Coconut (toasted) - Coconut flakes can be used
1/2 c Almond Butter (or peanut butter)
1/2 c Ground Flaxseed
1/2 c Cacao nibs (or choc chips or Reese's peanut butter chips)
1/3 c Honey
1 T chia seeds (optional)
1 t Vanilla
WHAT ELSE YOU NEED:
Medium size mixing bowl
Large spoon
8x8" non-stick pan
WHAT YOU DO:
1. Place ALL ingredients in the medium bowl and mix well.
2. Place in 8x8" non-stick pan & press into the bottom. You can use a glass pan lined with wax paper.
I increased the ingredients by 50% in order to use a bigger pan. |
Also, I added BOTH PB chips AND cacao nibs |
3. Cover tightly and refrigerate AT LEAST 1 hour, preferable overnight.
4. Serve and enjoy!
Pretty simple stuff! Flexible and delicious! These are a bit more healthy than straight cookies, but you don't want to consider them a health food.
Until next time...your favorite neighbor-web monkey!