Everyday Energy Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Line a square pan with parchment paper or other nonstick surface
2. 2
   In a large bowl combine oats, almonds, rice crisp, hemp seeds, sunflower seeds, coconut, chia seeds and cinnamon. Mix.
3. 3
   In a small sauce pan, stir together brown rice syrup and almond butter until nicely mixed. Cook over medium heat until mixture slightly bubbles. Remove and add in vanilla extract.
4. 4
   Pour mixture over dry ingredients and combine using a spatula. It is very thick and hard to stir. If your using chocolate chips, allow mixture to cool before adding them in.
5. 5
   Transfer mixture to pan and spread evenly. Lightly wet your hands and push mixture into the pan evenly.
6. 6
   Place pan in freezer for 10 minutes (or until completely firm)
7. 7
   Lift square out of pan using the parchment paper. Place on cutting board. Using a pizza roller or knife, cut 6 rows and then slice in half to make 12 bars.
8. 8
   Wrap bars individually or place them in snack ziplock bags. Store in freeze or fridge. These bars will last up to 2 weeks in the fridge and 1-2 months in the freezer.