Chocolate Honey Energy Bars

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   Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).

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   Lightly coat a 9 by 9-inch baking pan with cooking spray, then line with parchment paper.

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   In a large mixing bowl, mix together sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, oats, dried fruits and chocolate chips until well mixed.

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   Add the vegetable oil, honey and applesauce in a small saucepan over medium heat.

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   Bring to a boil and remove from the heat.

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   Pour the honey mixture to the oats mixture.

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   Stir with a wooden spoon until well combined.

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   Place the mixture into the prepared pan.

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   Using the back of a spoon or a measuring cup press mixture evenly and firmly into the pan.

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    Bake for about 30 minutes, or until golden and firm to touch.

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    Let it cool in the pan on a wire rack to room temperature.

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    Cut into bars.

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    Note: You can use any dried fruits, such as prunes, raisins, dried cherries.

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    The bars can be kept in the a air-tight container in the fridge for at least 1 week or in the freezer for up to 1 month.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.