Preheat the oven to 350F, and line a small pan (8×8 or 9x9 or 10x8) with parchment paper.

In a small bowl, combine chia seeds with water and set aside until gel forms (about 3-5 minutes).

In medium bowl combine oats, almond meal, shredded coconut, baking soda, chocolate chips and salt. Stir to combine.

In large bowl, whisk the softened coconut oil and coconut sugar, about 1-2 minutes. Add in honey, vanilla, coconut milk, chia seed/water, and mix until well combined.

Add dry ingredients to the large bowl of wet ingredients and stir until just combined.

Press mixture into prepared pan and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until edges have slightly browned.

Let it cool in the pan for about 1 hour before removing.

Carefully remove with parchment paper from pan. Using a large, sharp knife cut into squares.