Step 1

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together rolled oats, steel-cut oats, rice cereal, dried fruit, and almonds.

Step 3

Melt butter or coconut oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar, honey, vanilla, and salt and whisk until sugar has dissolved, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Pour mixture over oats and stir to combine.

Step 5

Spread mixture in prepared baking dish. Press chocolate chips into the top and chill until firm, 1 hour. Slice into bars and enjoy!