No-Bake Samoas Cookie Granola Bars (vegan, gluten-free)

coconut oil, melted or in liquid state

light corn syrup (light in color – not lite; honey; or brown rice syrup or yacon syrup to keep vegan may be substituted)

granulated sugar

light brown sugar, packed

sweetened shredded coconut

about 2 1/2 cups quick-cook oats (use Certified Gluten Free Quick Cooking Oats if necessary)

cinnamon

vanilla extract

salt, optional and to taste

semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted for drizzling, optional