Superfood Energy Granola Bars ft. 4MB

January, 16 2024 | by EASTON GILOWSKI

In the bustling world of snack options, the choice between homemade superfood energy granola bars and store-bought counterparts can be a game-changer.

While store-bought granola bars offer convenience, they often come packed with added sugars, preservatives, and mysterious ingredients that can leave health-conscious consumers wary.

On the flip side, crafting your own superfood energy bars allows you to control every ingredient, ensuring a nutrient-packed powerhouse that aligns with your dietary needs and flavor preferences.

With wholesome ingredients like nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and nutrient-rich superfoods such as functional mushroom extracts, chia seeds, hemp hearts, and dried berries, homemade granola bars not only provide sustained energy but also a burst of essential nutrients.

By opting for homemade, you can indulge in a delicious snack that fuels your body with goodness, all while knowing exactly what goes into every bite.

And, with this recipe you can find calm in your day by adding the 4 Mushroom Blend, a unique combination of Reishi, Lion's Mane, Maitake, and Shiitake mushroom extracts. This blend is designed to counter occasional stress and prepare your body for a rejuvenating sleep.

INGREDIENTS

Granola Mix  

1/2 cup almonds  

1/2 cup cashews  

1/2 cup shredded coconut  

1/2 cup hazelnuts  

1/3 cup pumpkin seeds  

1/3 sunflower seeds  

1 cup gluten free oats  

Optional: dried fruit of choice or dark chocolate bits

Coating 

1/2 cup honey  

1/2 cup tahini  

1/2 cup almond butter  

4 tbsp coconut oil  

1 tsp @eversiowellness functional mushroom blend  

2 tsp cinnamon  

1 tsp sea salt

DIRECTIONS

1. Spread all your nuts, seeds, and coconut on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes at 325 degrees.

2. While these are roasting, in a medium saucepan on low heat add in all your coating ingredients and mix until all melted together.  

3. Place your roasted nuts and seeds into a large bowl and add your oats and mix in your coating.

4. Line a square baking dish with parchment paper and fill it with your granola mixture. Press this down with parchment paper to make sure it all sticks together and is packed together tightly.

5. Place it in the freezer for 1-2 hours to harden and then cut into bars. (Store in fridge or freezer).

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