Ingredients
- 1 cup nuts (pecans, walnuts, cashews, almonds, etc.)
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup peanut butter or alternative nut butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Combine the nuts, oats, raisins, chia seeds, cinnamon, and nutmeg, peanut butter, honey, and vanilla in a bowl and mix until fully combined
- Add the mixture into a baking dish and press until flat
- Cover and chill for two hours or until firm
- Slice into bars and serve
Things to consider about this recipe:
- Oats are high in fiber and low in calories, which can help you feel full and satisfied for longer. The beta-glucan fiber in oats can help lower blood sugar levels and reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol. The fiber in oats also helps to improve digestion and ensure the smooth flow of waste out of the body
- Because oats are high in fiber, they can cause gas, bloating, and abdominal cramps for some people, especially if you are not used to eating a lot of fiber. To minimize these side effects, you can start by eating a small amount of oats and gradually increase your intake. Drinking enough water can also help.
- Oatmeal may negatively affect people with gastroparesis, a condition that causes delayed gastric emptying. Additionally, even though oats are naturally gluten-free, they can become contaminated during processing. If you have celiac disease, you should buy oats that are certified as gluten-free.
