Apricot Orange Energy Bars

The healthy ingredients in these gluten-free Apricot Orange Energy Bars make them a great snack for when you need a quick energy boost. They're chewy, tasty, and simple to make!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups dried apricots
• 1 cup almonds
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F 175C

In a food processor, pulse almonds until finely chopped

Add dried apricots, rolled oats, shredded coconut, orange juice, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt

Pulse until mixture comes together and forms a sticky dough

Line a baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal

Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish

Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown

Remove from oven and let cool completely

Once cooled, cut into bars or squares

Store in an airtight container for up to a week