WHOLESOME QUINOA & OAT POWER BARS ================================= Description: Tired of reaching for boring, processed snacks that leave you feeling sluggish? It's time to supercharge your snack game with these incredibly wholesome and satisfying Quinoa & Oat Power Bars. Packed with the goodness of fiber-rich rolled oats , plant-powered quinoa , and chewy organic raisins, these bars are the perfect solution for a quick breakfast, a post-workout refuel, or a healthy afternoon treat. They are naturally sweetened with agave syrup and coconut sugar and are an absolute breeze to whip up in under an hour. Each bar delivers a solid 6 grams of protein to keep you going. Get ready to bake a batch of your new favorite grab-and-go snack! Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Yields: 12 bars --- INGREDIENTS --- - 1 1/2 cups rolled oats - 1/2 cup cooked quinoa - 1/4 cup chia seeds - 1/2 cup organic raisins - 1/4 cup agave syrup - 2 tablespoons coconut sugar - 1/4 cup flour (use your choice - whole wheat, oat, or gluten-free blend) - 1/4 cup soy milk - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon - Pinch of salt --- INSTRUCTIONS --- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper. 2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, cooked quinoa, chia seeds, and raisins. 3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the agave syrup, coconut sugar, soy milk, flour, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. 4. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well combined. 5. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking pan. 6. Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown. 7. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting them into 12 equal-sized bars. --- CHEF'S NOTES --- Feel free to add other ingredients to these bars, such as chopped nuts, seeds, or dried fruit. For a sweeter bar, you can increase the amount of agave syrup or coconut sugar. Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Assumptions: Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary depending on specific ingredients used. Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2000-calorie diet.