No-Bake Almond Joy Granola Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square pan with two pieces of parchment paper, one going each way so it's easy to lift out.In a large bowl, stir together the oats, rice crisp cereal, sliced almonds, coconut, and chia seeds.In a medium pot over low heat, melt the coconut oil.
2. 2
   Remove from heat and stir in the almond butter, coconut nectar, and vanilla, until smooth.
3. 3
   Pour wet mixture over dry and stir well until thoroughly combined.
4. 4
   Add a pinch of salt to taste and stir again.Spoon mixture into the pan and roughly spread out (but don't pack down yet).
5. 5
   Sprinkle on the chocolate chips in an even layer. Wet hands lightly and then press down the mixture until even. Use a pastry roller to roll it out and pack it in even more.
6. 6
   Transfer pan to the freezer for about 10 minutes until firm. Slice into bars, wrap, and store in the fridge or freezer. These bars fall apart easily so I don't recommend leaving them at room temperature for longer than a few minutes.Nutritional info: (based on 14 servings, per bar with chocolate chips): 193 cals, 12.6 grams fat, 16.5 grams carbs, 3.5 grams fibre, 5.8 grams sugar, 5 grams protein.