2 Tbsp. chia seeds

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1/4 cup water

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1 cup all-purpose flour

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1/4 cup ground flax seeds

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1 tsp. baking soda

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1/4 tsp. fine sea salt

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1/2 tsp. cinnamon

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1/2 cup butter, softened

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1/2 cup mashed ripe Fresh California Avocado

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3/4 cup (packed) light brown sugar

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1 egg

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1 tsp. pure vanilla

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1 1/2 cups uncooked rolled oats (not instant)

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1/4 cup hemp seeds

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1/4 cup roasted, salted sunflower seeds

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1 cup dark chocolate chunks (62% cacao)

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*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.