Recipe: Easy No Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars

peanut butter (best choice: natural with no sugar added, but any store brands work fine too)

honey

vanilla extract

dry oatmeal (rolled is best, but quick work)

ground flax seeds *

chia seeds* (any seed combination works well)

chopped almonds* (or any chopped nuts)

coconut flakes ( I use sweetened if I use natural peanut butter)*

* As mentioned above, you may omit or increase amounts with any of these. I add the optional dried fruits (cranberries, raisins etc) after the wet and dry ingredients have been mixed well.

We love a full peanut butter taste, but if it’s too strong on that flavoring, add just a few tablespoons of maple syrup to your mixture for a great flavor variation. I also do this if I want to add a bit more moisture.