Chocolate Chip Coconut No-Bake Granola Bars

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup mixed chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped almonds
• 1 cup shreddeded coconut
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup honey
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Line a baking dish with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large bowl, combine oats, chocolate chips, almonds, and coconut. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter, brown sugar, honey, eggs, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until everything is coated.
5. Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down firmly.
6. Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown and set. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 bars)

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 24g
• Carbohydrates: 52g
• Protein: 9g
• Fiber: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• No baking required, easy to make at home.
• Full of texture with a combination of oats, chocolate chips, almonds, and coconut.
• Rich in flavor with the combination of peanut butter and honey.

User Comments:

1. "These granola bars are so delicious! The combination of chocolate and coconut is perfect."
2. "These are great for a healthy snack or breakfast on the go."
3. "I love how easy these are to make at home. They are a great way to start the day."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use old-fashioned oats for best results. Do not use quick-cooking oats.
• Line the baking dish with parchment paper to make it easier to remove the bars after baking.
• The mixture may be slightly sticky when spread into the baking dish, but that's okay. It will set in the oven.
• Store the bars in an airtight container for up to a week.