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Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper, or grease the pan. I have done both.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
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Combine all ingredients, minus the chocolate. If you combine the ingredients in a mixer, like a Kitchen Aid, the nuts will grind up more. So if you like be chunks of nuts, mix this by hand.
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Press nut mixture into your pan. I like to use a damp potato masher to make the process easier.
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Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are lightly brown.
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If you are drizzling on chocolate, do it now. (I like to melt 1 t coconut oil mixed in with the chocolate chips to smooth it more. I melt both together for 30 seconds in the microwave; mix and heat for another 30 seconds, and then drizzle.)
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Cool for 15 minutes, and cut into bars.
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Store in a cool, airtight container.