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peppermint mocha granola bars

Peppermint Mocha No-Bake Granola Bars

No-bake peppermint mocha granola bars. A seasonal, healthier granola bar that is perfect for school parties or an afternoon snack! Easily made gluten free and nut free. Cocoa powder, whole grain oats, nut or sun butter, and topped with crushed candy canes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Freeze time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats (use gluten-free if desired)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup nut butter of choice
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1/3 cup dutch processed cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1/3 cup almond or other non-dairy milk
  • 1 oz brewed espresso or coffee (optional to enhance flavor of cocoa)
  • 1 cup chopped or mini chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup crushed candy cane pieces

Method
 

  1. Measure oats and salt and place in a large bowl.
  2. In a microwave safe vessel combine nut butter, tahini, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla, milk, and espresso.
  3. Heat in 15 to 30 seconds intervals, stirring after each interval until ingredients are combined.
  4. Pour chocolate mixture into the bowl with the oats and salt. Stir to combine.
  5. Add chocolate chips and stir.
  6. Line a metal baking dish either 8x8 or 8x12 with parchment paper. Spread batter evenly in pan, pushing down with your hands.
  7. Sprinkle candy cane pieces on top. Then place a second sheet of parchment paper on top. Press down firmly to flatten the batter. (I like to place a heavy cookbook on the top piece of parchment paper and stand on it.).
  8. Place baking dish in the freezer for 30 minutes. Remove from freezer and lift out of baking dish. Remove parchment paper. Use a serrated knife to cut into 16 bars. Store in freezer until ready to eat.