Chewy Granola Bars

By flour_arrangements

ALICE MCVEY • Evansville, Indiana
This chewy treat is full of goodies like
marshmallows, raisins, chocolate chips and
sunflower kernels.

Ingredients

• 1 package (10-1/2 ounces) large
• marshmallows
• 2/3 cup chunky peanut butter
• 1/2 cup butter, cubed
• 1/4 cup corn syrup
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 cups quick-cooking oats
• 1 cup crisp rice cereal
• 1 cup (6 ounces) miniature semisweet
• chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup flaked coconut
• 1/2 cup sunflower kernels
• 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Details

Servings 24

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the
marshmallows, peanut butter, butter, corn
syrup and vanilla. Microwave, uncovered, at
70% power for 2-3 minutes, stirring often until
blended. Stir in the remaining ingredients.

2. Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking
pan. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until
set. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Editor’s Note: Reduced-fat or generic brands of
peanut butter are not recommended for this
recipe.