Apricot-Pistachio Bars

Oh, how I love sweet and salty desserts!

These Apricot-Pistachio Bars combine the best of both worlds in one delicious, heart-healthy bar. The chewy apricots, crunchy pistachios, and hearty oats create a texture that will keep you guessing every bite.

Ingredients:

• 2.75 cups rolled oats
• 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 1/3 cup shelled pistachios
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed meal
• 1/2 cup vanilla soy milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp brown rice syrup

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Spray 8″ X 8″ baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ingredients until smooth.
4. Spread batter in prepared baking pan and bake for approximately 25 minutes until bars are cooked all the way through.
5. Let bars cool completely in pan before cutting.