Makes 12
These tasty treats are quick and easy to put together in the food processor and bake in just 20 minutes. To make these gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and oats; for soy-free, use soy-free vegan butter.
Gluten-Free Option
Soy-Free Option
1/2 cup vegan butter
1/2 cup natural sugar
1/3 cup pumpkin seed butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped roasted hulled pumpkin seeds
4 ounces semisweet vegan chocolate chips, melted (optional)
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
In a food processor, combine the butter, sugar, pumpkin seed butter, and vanilla until blended. Add the oats, flour, cranberries, and pumpkin seeds and pulse until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes.
Remove from the oven and drizzle with the melted chocolate, if using. Cool completely in the pan, then cut into 2 3/4- x 2-inch bars.