Gloria shares ‘Healthy Bars’

Gloria is taking the final week of 2025 off to spend with family. But she wanted to share this recipe, a "healthier" version of a chocolate treat to begin the near year as people look for lighter options after the holidays!

Enjoy these delicious "healthy bars"

Scrumptious "Healthy Bars"

2 cups of oatmeal

1 cup peanut butter

1/2 cup honey

2/3 cup chocolate chips (opt)

1 tablespoon chia seeds (opt)

Mix altogether and press in a 9 by 9-inch container. If desired top with the following chocolate concoction:

Healthy Chocolate

1/2 cup coconut oil

1/2 cup cocoa powder

1/2 cup peanut butter

1/3 cup maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla

Place coconut oil in a saucepan. Heat just until oil melts. Remove from heat and add remaining ingredients. Whisk together. Optional: add 5 tablespoons heavy whipping cream for a milk chocolate effect.