Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup almond butter (or any nut butter you prefer)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chia seeds (optional for added nutrition)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Baking dish (8×8 inches works nicely)
- Parchment paper
- Refrigerator (for cooling)
Step-by-Step Instructions
First things first, let’s start by preheating our oven to 350°F (175°C). I find that a warm kitchen just adds to the cozy vibes! In a mixing bowl, I combine the rolled oats, almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract. The thick texture of the almond butter takes some muscle, but it’s totally worth it when those oats begin to soak up all that sticky goodness. Once it’s well-combined, I fold in the dark chocolate chips and chia seeds, creating this luscious, chocolaty mixture that smells divine. (See the next page below to continue steps…)