Coconut, Cherry and Almond Protein Bars

• Vegetarian
• Gluten free

• Produce

  • 2/3 cup Cherries, dried

• Condiments

  • 1/3 cup Corn syrup
  • 2 tbsp Honey

• Pasta & Grains

  • 2/3 cup Rice krispies

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract

• Nuts & Seeds

  • 2 cups Almonds
  • 1/2 cup Coconut flakes, Unsweetened

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Ingredients

• 2 cups almonds
• 2/3 cup Rice Krispies
• 2/3 cup dried cherries
• 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
• 1/3 cup corn syrup
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

• Line an 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper.  Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, add almonds, Rice Krispies, cherries, coconut, and toss to combine.  Set aside. Stir corn syrup, honey and vanilla together in a small saucepan.  Heat over medium-high heat until boiling, stirring occasionally.  Then let the sauce boil for 4 to 5 minutes, or until it reaches about 260 degrees, stirring occasionally. Pour it evenly over the almond mixture and very quickly stir the mixture until it is evenly coated with the sauce. Transfer the mixture to the lined baking dish, and press it firmly into the dish in an even layer.  Chill and cut.