These are a great vegan cookie alternative…rich in heart healthy fats, high fiber and a tasty treat! Note: These bars are free from margarine or other hydrogenated oils. They are great breakfast bar alternatives, pre or post workout or to serve as a vegan dessert!

Ingredients:

1/3 cup macadamia nut butter
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1 cupl brown sugar
1/3 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
3/4 cup golden raisins

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Oil a 9 x 9 baking pan; set aside.

2. Whisk together first five ingredients until very smooth. Add remaining ingredients, and stir to combine (be sure to mix in thoroughly the baking soda and salt–you may want to stir these into the flour first).

3. Pour batter into baking pan. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until tops just begin to crack. Remove sheet from oven, and wait 10 minutes before transferring bars to a plate or wire rack.