Vegan Chewy Puffed Rice Banana Granola Bar

4/17/2019

Some say life is a series of random and chaotic events. Others say life is pre-determined by God. Whatever you believe, the cycle of life and nature never changes. But sadly, it has changed. The climate is as confused as people are in this country on how to eat.

The beauty of spring is here. A time of rebirth and the season of precious petals falling to the earth and petite birds chirping with the morning sun. The key is that warmth drives this season. The temperatures rise and people begin to sow seeds into the earth.

As life gains more energy at this time of year, it is important to continue on the path of consuming natural foods. Like a bird searching for seeds and berries, this "bird food," granola bar is one of the healthiest snacks you can eat.

Most mainstream granola bars on the market contain a variety of either sweeteners, artificial ingredients or preservatives.

These chewy (not crispy) granola bars are naturally sweetened from the banana and the maple syrup. There is gunk or junk, only hearty, healthy and wholesome goodness. Enjoy!

"God gives every bird its food, but He does not
throw it into its nest."
Josiah Gilbert Holland

Vegan Chewy Puffed Rice Banana Granola Bar
Prep Time: 4 minutes
Bake Time: 16 minutes
Makes 4-5 Bars

Ingredients:
1 3/4 cup puffed rice
1/2 cup oats
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/8 tsp nutmeg
1 banana
1/4 cup almond butter (or other nut butter)
2 tbsp maple syrup

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350-degrees. Mix all of dry ingredients into a bowl. In a blender, puree the banana, nut butter and maple syrup. Mix with dry ingredients until well combined. Line a bread pan with parchment paper and pour the mixture in. If desired, cut slices into the mixture before baking.

Bake for 16 minutes. Remove from the oven and let the bars cool. **If you did not cut slices into the mixture, do so after baking before cooling.**

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