It’s that time of month and all you want to reach for is a candy bar. Alright, I know many of you can relate and I’m excited to share a no bake recipe that is going to leave you wanting to lick the bowl! My sweet girl and I whipped up these no bake bites. The ingredients are simple, but healthy! Yes, the recipe consists of ingredients you can recognize compared to the long list mentioned on a candy bar wrapper.

INGREDIENTS YOU WILL NEED

• 1 cup of Peanut Butter
• 1/2 cup Honey (*I prefer to use honey made local.)
• 1/2 cup Unrefined Coconut Oil
• 2 cups Rolled Oats (*do not use instant oats)
• 1/2 cup Walnuts or Pecans, chopped
• 1 1/4 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• Optional: Top with toasted coconut or coconut crunch

WHAT TO DO

1. In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil. Melt ingredients in the microwave for 5-10 seconds and then stir the mixture until it melts. If necessary, place in the microwave for an additional 5 seconds.
2. Add the chocolate chips. Stir the mixture until the chocolate chips begin to melt. You might need to place the mixture in the microwave for 5-10 seconds; continue to stir the mixture until the chocolate chips are all melted and the consistency is smooth.
3. Add the vanilla extract, rolled oats, and chopped walnuts.
4. Pour into an 8×8 pan that has been lined with wax paper.
5. Refrigerate until the chocolate hardens; at least 3-4 hours. *Optional topping is coconut; shown in the picture below.
6. Slice into 1″ – 2″ square pieces.
7. Store in the refrigerator.
8. Enjoy!

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