# Ingredient list:
→ Snack Bar Base
01 - 2 cups rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup almond butter or peanut butter
03 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
04 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt
→ Homemade Gummies
07 - 1 cup fruit juice, such as apple, berry, or orange
08 - 2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
09 - 2 to 3 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
→ Mash-Up Toppings
10 - 1 cup freeze-dried fruit, lightly crushed (such as strawberries or raspberries)
11 - 1 cup freeze-dried candy, crushed or chopped (such as Skittles or marshmallows)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring an overhang for easy removal.
02 - Using a large mixing bowl, blend rolled oats, almond butter, honey, melted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until integrated. Press the mixture evenly into the lined baking pan. Refrigerate to firm while proceeding.
03 - Pour the fruit juice into a small saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin evenly over the surface and allow to bloom for 5 minutes. Warm gently over low heat, stirring until gelatin dissolves. Stir in honey or agave syrup. Quickly pour this mixture into a parchment-lined dish and refrigerate for 45 to 60 minutes until completely set.
04 - Once set, remove gummy slab from pan and slice into small uniform cubes.
05 - Remove the chilled oat base from the refrigerator. Evenly distribute homemade gummy cubes, freeze-dried fruit, and freeze-dried candy over the surface. Press toppings gently into the base to adhere.
06 - Chill the topped pan for an additional 10 to 15 minutes to help toppings adhere firmly.
07 - Lift the set slab out of the pan with parchment paper. Cut cleanly into twelve snack-sized bars.
