Dried Strawberries

Dried Strawberry Granola Bar Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Orgibite dried strawberries (chopped into small pieces)
• 2 cups oatmeal
• 1/2 cup hazelnuts or almonds (optional)
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup grated coconut (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds or flax seeds (optional)

Preparation:

1. Preheatthe oven to 180°C ( 350°F) and line a baking sheet with baking paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oatmeal, dried strawberries, hazelnuts or almonds and shredded coconut.
3. In a small bowl, combine the honey or maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract and salt. Pour this liquid mixture over the dry ingredients.
4. Mix all the ingredients well so that they stick together.
5. Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and press firmly to form an even layer.
6. Bakein the oven for20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
7. Once baked, remove the granola mixture from the oven and leave to cool completely. Once cooled, slice and cut into bars.

Serve:

Enjoy these dried strawberry granola bars with yogurt for breakfast or as a snack to keep you energized throughout the day. Bon appetit!