So I found this yummy muesli slice to make and have on hand. Sure, it is probably packed with enough energy for me to climb mountains but it is at least a step away from my 'daily brownie' or piece of cake :(
And guess what? I managed to make the whole thing with my little one tucked into a sling across my chest, not a peep!
It can be pretty crumbly upon cutting but it's great to keep those bits in a sealed container to sprinkle on cereal... like granola! Its also a very flexible recipe in that you can include any cereal or nut 'scraps' you have in your cupboard... even a handful of chocolate chips... perfect. Enjoy.
INGREDIENTS
- 3 cups plain untoasted muesli (I use Woolworths Macro brand)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup dried diced apricots
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 3/4 cup self-raising flour
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 185g coconut oil (or substitute with butter)
- 1/2 cup golden syrup (could substitute with honey, maple syrup)
METHOD
- Preheat oven to 180°C
- Line a 20cm x 30cm lamington pan with baking paper
- Place muesli, coconut, apricots, cranberries, pistachios, coconut sugar, egg, vanilla and flours in a large bowl, stir to combine
- Melt coconut oil and golden syrup in a
small saucepan over medium heat until melted and combined.
- Add butter
mixture to muesli mixture, stir to combine.
- Spread mixture into prepared
pan, smooth top
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until firm to touch and
golden
- Cool completely before cutting into slices
Adapted from: http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/24337/apricot+cranberry+and+pistachio+muesli+slice