Almond Cranberry Protein Bars

Finding healthy snacks is no easy task. Grocery store shelves are full of snacks that claim to be “healthy”, but they can still be extremely processed or even contain unhealthy ingredients. The easiest way to get healthy snacks that you actually enjoy is to make your own! 
 

These almond and cranberry protein bars provide a simple, tasty way to fill your belly between meals. With doTERRA Vanilla Protein , Cinnamon oil, and other healthy ingredients (like cranberries, nuts, and oats), this will quickly become your new favorite snack.  

Ingredients
2 cups oats 
½ cup raw sunflower seeds 
1 cup raw almonds, roughly chopped 
1 cup doTERRA Vanilla Protein 
¼ cup dried cranberries 
¼ cup preferred sweetener (try honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar) 
¼ cup unsweetened apple sauce 
1 teaspoon vanilla 
Pinch of sea salt (optional) 
1–2 drops Cinnamon essential oil 

Instructions

1. Combine the dry ingredients in a bowl and stir.  
2. In a small pot, combine the wet ingredients and gently warm on the stove until well combined (normally about two minutes).  
3. Add the wet ingredients to the bowl of dry ingredients and stir to combine.  
4. Place baking paper into a rectangle pan.  
5. Add the mixture on top of the baking paper and flatten down, pressing to the edge of the pan.  
6. Refrigerate for an hour to set, then remove and cut into bars and store them in the fridge until you’re ready to eat.