Raw Banana Oat Bars

Talk about bananalicious! These banana oat bars are incredible and packed with healthy ingredients. They are my version of banana bread which I love. They have the same sweet banana flavor but are served cold which is better in the summer heat anyway....

Ingredients:
1 banana, very ripe
2 cups raw oats
1 cup raw almond butter
1/4 cup raw honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions:
Place all ingredients into a food processor and blend until a cohesive dough forms. Line the bottom of an 8 or 9 inch pan with parchment paper and spread dough evenly into pan. Cover and place in the freezer for 12 hours allowing flavors to come together. Cut into squares. If too hard, let soften a bit before cutting. Store in freezer for only one to two weeks or they may lose their freshness and flavor. Makes 16-20 bars.

*You can replace the almond butter with peanut butter if you prefer an added peanut taste.

Raw Fruit Muesli Cereal

This cereal is so much better than anything you will find in a box! I couldn't believe how tasty it was the first time I tried it. It also filled me up so much that I was full until lunch....normally I eat a snack (or two) between breakfast and lunch so this is VERY filling. :)

Ingredients:
2 cups raw oat flakes
1 cup dried apples, chopped
8 Medjool dates, chopped
1/2 cup dried cherries sweetened with fruit juice
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Directions:
Toss all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. To serve, place your desired portion in a bowl and top with your favorite raw nut milk. Eat immediately or cover and let sit for 30 minutes for oats to soften and flavors to mix. Top will fresh fruit if desired. Store in an air tight container for several months.