9- Flower Power Granola Squares
Makes 16 squares
Powered by sunflower seeds, as well as cranberries, chocolate chips, and coconut, these granola squares make a yummy snack for flower children of all ages.
- 1 cup shelled sunflower seeds, lightly crushed.
- 2 cups quick-cooking oats.
- 1 cup vegan semisweet chocolate chips.
- cup sweetened dried cranberries.
- 1⁄2 cup unsweetened flaked coconut.
- 1 cup soy milk.
- 2 tablespoons vegan margarine, melted.
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar or maple syrup.
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly oil an 8-inch square baking pan and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the sunflower seeds, oats, chocolate chips, cranberries, and coconut. Mix well.
- In a small bowl, combine the soy milk, melted margarine, and agave nectar and pour over the dry mixture. Mix until thoroughly blended.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press it evenly into the pan. Bake until lightly browned around the edges, about 25 minutes.
- Cool for 5 minutes on a wire rack before cutting into 2-inch squares.
- Cool completely before serving.
- These are best eaten on the day they are made but, once cooled, they can be covered and stored at room temperature for 2 to 3 days.