No sugar peanut butter oatmeal bars

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Ingredients

• 2 1/2 c. oats (old fashion or quick cooking), divided
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1 large banana
• 4 oz unsweetened apple sauce
• 1/4 c. creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 2 large egg
• 1 c. whole milk
• 1 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp. baking powder
• 1 Tbsp. ground flax , optional
• 1 Tbsp. hemp hearts , optional

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. Add one cup of the oats to a food processor and blend until a flour consistency. Set aside.
3. Add the coconut oil to a large bowl and microwave for 30 seconds. Add the banana to the bowl and mash using a fork or potato masher.
4. Add the apple sauce, peanut butter, vanilla, eggs and milk to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
5. Add the oatmeal flour, oats, cinnamon, baking powder, flax and hemp seeds to the bowl. Stir well to combine.
6. Line an 8x10 pan with parchment paper or spray it with non-stick spray. Add the batter to the pan and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set.
7. Slice and store refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen in an airtight container for 2 months.