Healthy cranberry almond granola bar recipe

Be the best you with these healthy cranberry almond granola bars. Packed with protein and vitamins, these energy-boosting snacks will keep you feeling satisfied and full of pep for yoga class, work or whatever comes your way!

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 2 cups whole almonds, roasted or raw
• 2/3 cups dried cranberries
• 2/3 cups puffed rice cereal
• 1/2 cup coconut flakes (unsweetened)
• 1 tbs. hemp seeds*
• 1/3 cup brown rice syrup
• 2 tbs. honey
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract

*Optional, may substitute chia or flax seeds

WHAT TO DO:

1. Line an 8×8 baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients and mix thoroughly.
3. In a small saucepan, combine brown rice syrup, honey and vanilla over medium-high heat.
4. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes or until temperature reaches 260°.
5. Pour it over dry mixture, stirring quickly to coat all ingredients evenly.
6. Quickly pour mixture into a lined baking sheet, pressing firmly into an even layer.
7. Let bars cool to room temperature (about 30 minutes), then lift parchment paper from dish.
8. On a cutting board, cut the form into bars.
9. Store in an airtight container for up to 10 days.
10. ENJOY!

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