matcha, coconut and goji energy bars

Salty, sweet and full of flavor, these bars are perfect for breakfast or as an energizing afternoon snack!

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INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup unsalted pumpkin seeds
• 1.4 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup goji berries
• 5 dates, roughly chopped
• 1/8 cup puffed buckwheat or puffed brown rice (can find in the cereal aisle)
• 2 tsp matcha powder
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/3 cup raw (preferably local) honey
• 3 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 generous tablespoons nut butter (peanut is my fave)

Instructions:

1. Pre-heat the oven to 350
2. Using a nonstick baking sheet, spread out the oats, seeds, and coconut
3. Bake for 8-10 minutes or just until the oats and coconut start turning golden brown
4. Transfer the oats, seeds and coconut to a large mixing bowl
5. Add puffed buckwheat or rice, matcha powder, goji berries and salt
6. In a pan over medium heat, melt the honey, coconut oil, vanilla extract and nut butter until thoroughly combined
7. Pour the mixture in the bowl and stir everything together until evenly coated
8. Press the mixture into an 8×8 dish lined with parchment paper
9. Refrigerate for at least an hour, then cut into squares or bars

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