Grain-Free Granola Crackers (paleo, plant based)

Words can't explain how addicting these crackers are! They are basically granola bars but thinner and I cut mine shorter than a regular granola bar. They are sweet, salty, and drizzled with chocolate! You have to try this superfood nutty recipe. You can also crumbled it up for a granola topper. Enjoy!

Yields: Approx. 15 small crackers

Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

1/3 cup raw almonds*
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds*
1/3 cup raw cashews*
1/4 cup flax meal
1/8 cup flax seeds
1 tbsp chia seeds
1/4 cup shredded coconut 
1/3 cup coconut butter
3 tbsp pure maple syrup (best if locally produced - like from your Farmer's Market)
1/4 cup cacao nibs
1/4 cup cacao powder
1/4 cup (or 1/4 bar) extra vegan dark chocolate (I used Eating Evolved Midnight coconut but also like Pascha Dark Chocolate and Enjoy Life)
Sprinkle sea salt

*Note: I usually soak my nuts and seeds for at least 30 minutes before using to aid in digestion, but this is optional.

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degress
2. Blend almonds, cashews, and pumpkin seeds in blender until crumbled but not powder
3. Move too a medium mixing bowl and add the rest of ingredients (EXCEPT chocolate and sea salt)
4. Form into a dough ball (may need to use your hands)
5. Spread evenly onto a lined baking pan about 1/4 inch thickness
6. Sprinkle sea salt over the top, and bake for 15 minutes. Edges will brown, but make sure not to burn! Let it cool for about 10 minutes. 
7. Meanwhile, heat chocolate in a small saucepan over low heat stirring continuously to prevent burning. Turn off heat once melted. 
8. Using a spoon, drizzle chocolate over the bar, and refrigerate for 20 minutes. Cut into small bars (cracker size) and enjoy!