Chocolate Peanut Oat Bars

Steps

1. 1

   Roast the peanuts

   Peanut·1 cup

   • Place peanuts in a dry pan over low-medium heat.
   • Stir frequently for 5–7 minutes until they turn golden and crunchy.
   • Transfer to a plate and set aside to cool.
2. 2

   Roast oats and seeds

   Rolled oats·2 cupPumpkin seed·1/3 cup

   • In the same pan over low-medium heat, add oats and pumpkin seeds.
   • Dry roast for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly toasted.
   • Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely.
3. 3

   Mix the filling

   Raisin·1/3 cupMaple syrup·1/2 cup

   • Combine the cooled peanuts, oats, and pumpkin seeds in a large bowl.
   • Add raisins and maple syrup.
   • Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly coated and the mixture holds together.
4. 4

   Melt the chocolate

   Vegan chocolate chips·1 cupCoconut oil·1 tbsp

   • Combine chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl.
   • Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
   • Set aside briefly — it should remain pourable.
5. 5

   Assemble and freeze

   • Pour a layer of melted chocolate into the bottom of each silicone mold cavity.
   • Add a generous layer of the peanut-oat filling on top.
   • Cover with another pour of melted chocolate to sandwich the filling.
   • Freeze for at least 2 hours until fully set, then pop out and enjoy.

Macros per serving