These cookie bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth! I always add ground flax to baked good to boost the gut-loving fiber, anti-inflammatory essential fats, and satiating protein. And not to mention the hormone-balancing effects of flax! Have I mentioned I love flax?!

Wet Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 2 bananas
• 1/2 cup almond or coconut milk
• 1 tsp vanilla

Dry Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup oat flour
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseeds
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Combine wet ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth.
3. Combine the dry ingredients (except chocolate chips) in a bowl and mix well. Add wet ingredients to the bowl with dry ingredients. Fold in chocolate chips.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the middle is cooked through.