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Plumpy'nut Oatmeal Bars Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup Plumpy'nut paste
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 teaspoon salt

Special equipment needed:
- 8x8 inch baking pan
- Parchment paper

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, Plumpy'nut paste, honey, almond butter, chopped almonds, dried cranberries, dark chocolate chips, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

3. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press it down firmly with a spatula or your hands.

4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

5. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan.

6. Once cooled, remove the bars from the pan by lifting the parchment paper. Cut into desired size bars.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Temperature:
350°F (175°C)
Serving size:
Makes 9-12 bars

Nutritional information:
Per serving (1 bar):
Calories: 220
Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Rolled oats can be substituted with quick oats or steel-cut oats.
- Almond butter can be substituted with any nut butter of your choice.
- Chopped almonds can be substituted with any nuts or seeds of your choice.
- Dried cranberries can be substituted with any dried fruit of your choice.
- Dark chocolate chips can be substituted with milk chocolate chips or any other type of chocolate chips.

Variations:
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for extra flavor.
- Use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan option.
- Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or flax seeds for extra nutrition.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to press the mixture down firmly into the baking pan to ensure the bars hold together.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting into them to prevent them from falling apart.
- Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Storage instructions:
Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Reheating instructions:
The bars can be eaten cold or reheated in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the bars on a plate or in a container with a sprinkle of extra chopped nuts or dried fruit on top.

Garnishes:
Extra chopped nuts or dried fruit.

Pairings:
These bars pair well with a cup of coffee or tea for breakfast or as a snack.

Suggested side dishes:
These bars can be enjoyed on their own or paired with a piece of fruit or a yogurt for a more filling breakfast or snack.

Troubleshooting advice:
If the bars are too crumbly, try adding a little more Plumpy'nut paste or almond butter to the mixture.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge to prevent spoilage.

Food history:
Plumpy'nut is a peanut-based paste used to treat malnutrition in developing countries. It was invented by French scientist André Briend in the 1990s.

Flavor profiles:
These bars have a nutty, sweet, and slightly salty flavor.

Serving suggestions:
These bars can be enjoyed as a breakfast or snack on-the-go.

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