Quick Oatmeal Chocolate Squares

September 16, 2024

Whether you take it on your hike or pack it in the kids lunch, these Quick Oatmeal Chocolate Squares will be the perfect energy-filled treat to fuel your day.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups quick-cooking gluten-free oats
• 1/2 cup Camino Shredded Coconut
• 1/3 cup Camino Whole Brown Sugar
• 1/4 cup hemp seed
• 1/2 cup butter or margarine
• 1/2 cup maple syrup

 Topping:

• 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup organic sunflower seed butter, such as Nuts to You

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine oats, coconut, Muscovado and hemp seeds.
2. Cut in butter or margarine until mixture is crumbly.
3. Stir in maple syrup.
4. Spread in ungreased 8-9″ square microwaveable baking dish.
5. Microwave on high, for 2 minutes.
6. Stir well and press down firmly with a fork.
7. Microwave for 2 more minutes or until mixture is bubbly.

Topping:

1. In a 2 cup glass measuring cup, combine chocolate chips and sunflower seed butter.
2. Microwave at 70% power for about 90 seconds, or until melted.
3. Stir well and spread evenly over warm base.
4. Chill in the fridge before cutting.

Recipe and Photo by Camino