Vegan Granola Bars

Directions

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   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a baking tray (approximately 11 x 7).
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   In a mixing bowl, stir together the oats, salt, coconut, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit.
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   Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the almond butter, vanilla essence and golden syrup.
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   Due to the sticky consistency of the almond butter, you can add 1-2 tablespoons water or soy milk to loosen the mixture.
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   Stir well.
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    Add the nutty syrup mixture to the mixing bowl with the oats, nuts and fruit.
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    Stir thoroughly until well combined.
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    Spread evenly onto your baking tray and pop into the oven for 15 minutes.
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    Check to see if its done and turning golden-brown.
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    It may need an additional 1-2 minutes.
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    Once its done, remove from the oven and pop on a cooling rack.
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    Once its completely cooled, slice into 12 slices.
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    Keep in your favorite tin and snack on them liberally!
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    These will keep fresh for a week.
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    Theyll still be okay after 2 weeks, they just wont be quite as crunchy.