# What You'll Need:
→ 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 100% 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 (such as strawberries or raspberries), lightly crushed
11 - 1 cup freeze-dried candy (such as Skittles, marshmallows, or similar), crushed or chopped
# Cooking Steps:
01 - Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the finished bars.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond butter, honey, melted unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is uniform. Press the oat mixture evenly into the prepared pan and refrigerate to firm up while making the gummies.
03 - Pour the fruit juice into a small saucepan. Sprinkle unflavored gelatin over the juice and allow it to bloom for 5 minutes. Heat gently on low, stirring constantly until gelatin is dissolved. Add honey or agave syrup, stir to fully combine, and pour into a parchment-lined small baking dish. Refrigerate for 45 to 60 minutes until fully set.
04 - Once the gummies are set, remove from the fridge and slice into small cubes suitable for topping.
05 - Take the oat base from the refrigerator. Top evenly with cubed gummies, crushed freeze-dried fruits, and chopped freeze-dried candies. Press the toppings gently into the surface to embed them.
06 - Return the pan to the refrigerator and chill for 10 to 15 minutes to help the bars firm up and the toppings adhere.
07 - Lift the mixture out of the pan using the edges of the parchment paper. Cut evenly into 12 snack bars and enjoy.
