Butterscotch Breakfast Bars

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup

pecans, walnuts or almonds

4 tbsp

unsalted butter, softened

1/4 cup

firmly packed light brown sugar

2 tbsp

granulated sugar or evaporated cane juice crystals

1 tbsp

honey or maple syrup

1/2 tsp

vanilla extract

2 tbsp

lightly beaten egg

1/4 tsp

baking soda

1/4 tsp

salt plus an extra pinch

1/2 cup

white whole wheat or Ultragrain flour

1/2 cup

Rice Krispies

3/4 cup

oats, old fashioned or quick (not instant)

2 tsp

golden flaxseed (optional)

1/3 cup

butterscotch chips