*Source: Matt* ## Description Originally from [Eat Sleep Wild](https://eatsleepwild.com/the-best-homemade-energy-bars-for-hiking-and-backpacking/) ## Ingredients - 360g mashed banana (about 3 large) - 1 tsp vanilla extract - 200g porridge oats - 90g goji berries - 50g walnuts - 30g chia seeds - 80g pepita seeds - 60g sliced almonds - 25g ground flax seed meal - 1 tsp cinnamon - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt ## Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F. Grease and line 9″ x 13″ dish with parchment. 2. Mash banana, stir in vanilla. Add remaining ingredients, mix well. 3. Let sit 5-10 minutes for chia to absorb moisture. 4. Press into dish with wet hands until compacted. 5. Bake 22-26 minutes until firm and golden on edges. 6. Cool 10 minutes, lift out, cool completely, slice into bars. 7. Store in fridge for a week or freezer for 4-6 weeks.