# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
03 - 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
04 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
07 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
08 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil or unsalted butter
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy lifting.
02 - In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, ground flaxseed, chopped roasted peanuts, shredded coconut if using, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a small saucepan over low heat, melt peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil. Stir continuously until fully blended and smooth. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract.
04 - Pour melted mixture over dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly to ensure all components are evenly coated.
05 - Transfer mixture to prepared pan. Press down firmly and evenly with a spatula or clean hands to create a uniform layer.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until edges turn lightly golden.
07 - Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift out using parchment overhang and cut into 16 equal squares.
