No-Bake Samoas Cookie Granola Bars (vegan, gluten-free)
"I love Girl Scout Samoas Cookies, but they're definitely a special treat. These granola bars are a healthier alternative, and are vegan, gluten-free, fast, easy, and no-bake. They're dense, chewy, loaded with texture, and leave you very satisfied. They're perfect to toss into lunches or anytime you need an easy, filling snack. They're more cost-effective than storebought granola bars, and homemade always tastes better. Especially when granola bars can taste like cookies...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup coconut oil, melted or in liquid state
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1/2 cup light corn syrup (light in color - not lite; honey; or brown rice syrup or yacon syrup to keep vegan may be substituted)
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
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3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
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about 2 1/2 cups quick-cook oats (use Certified Gluten Free Quick Cooking Oats if necessary)
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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pinch salt, optional and to taste
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1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted for drizzling, optional
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