Wholesome bars blend oats, chewy gummies and crispy candy for a playful, satisfying snack experience.
# Ingredient List:
→ Snack Bar Base
01 - 2 cups rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup almond butter or peanut butter
03 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
04 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt
→ Homemade Gummies
07 - 1 cup 100% fruit juice (such as apple, berry, or orange)
08 - 2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
09 - 2 to 3 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
→ Mash-Up Toppings
10 - 1 cup freeze-dried fruit, lightly crushed (such as strawberries or raspberries)
11 - 1 cup freeze-dried candy, crushed or chopped (such as Skittles or marshmallows)
# Directions:
01 - Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - Combine rolled oats, almond butter, honey, melted butter, vanilla, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is cohesive. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan and refrigerate while preparing the gummies.
03 - Pour fruit juice into a small saucepan. Sprinkle unflavored gelatin over the surface and allow it to bloom for 5 minutes. Warm gently over low heat, stirring until gelatin is fully dissolved. Stir in honey, then pour the mixture into a parchment-lined small baking dish. Refrigerate for 45 to 60 minutes, or until fully set.
04 - Once the gummies are set, remove from refrigeration and cut into small cubes.
05 - Take the oat base out of the refrigerator. Distribute homemade gummy cubes, freeze-dried fruit, and freeze-dried candy evenly over the base. Press toppings gently into the base to adhere.
06 - Refrigerate the assembled pan for an additional 10 to 15 minutes for thorough setting.
07 - Using parchment paper, lift the set mixture from the pan. Slice into 12 uniform bars for serving.
