Lazy Sunday Granola Bars

Adapted from Minimalist Baker

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Ingredients

• 1 cup pitted medjool dates

• 1/4 cup liquid sweetener - maple syrup, honey or agave nectar 

• 1/4 cup almond butter - or any nut butter substitute

• 1 cup roasted walnuts (skip the parchment paper for extra crispiness)

• 1 cup rolled oats

• 1/2 cup hemp seeds

• 1 pinch sea salt

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Instructions

1. Process dates in food processor for a minute or until a dough is formed.

2. Mix oats, hemp seeds, salt and dates into a bowl.

3. Warm liquid sweetener and nut butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Once mixed and creamy pour over mixture and mix.

4. Once thoroughly mixed, transfer into a baking dish or other small pan lined with plastic wrap or parchment paper so they lift out easily.

5. Press down firmly until uniformly flattened – I use a wooden spoon but the bottom of a cup or glass also works.

6. Cover with parchment or plastic wrap, and transfer to fridge for at least 30 minutes.

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