Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line 8 in (20 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper.
• In large bowl, combine oats, almonds, seeds and salt. Set aside.
• In small pot, combine maple syrup and dates. Place pot on stove over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer gently until dates have softened and syrup has thickened slightly (about 10 minutes).
• Remove dates from heat, mix in coconut oil, then mash dates with fork. Add date syrup to oat mixture and stir well to combine. Transfer mixture into baking pan and firmly press into base.
• Place pan in oven and bake until firm and browned (about 45 to 50 minutes).
• Remove pan from oven and set aside for 10 minutes. Remove bars the pan, place on wire rack, and set aside to cool completely.
• Once cooled, cut into bars, place in airtight container, and store at room temperature for up to 5 days.