Chewy Granola Bars

By 1For_Him

Ingredients

• 1 package (10 ounces) large marshmallows
• 2/3 cup chunky peanut butter
• 1/2 cup butter, cubed
• 1/4 cup corn syrup (or honey)
• 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 or walnuts (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
• 1/2 cup raisins (or dried cranberries, cherries, etc.)
• 2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons flax seed - whole and ground
• 1 tablespoon chia seed
• 1 tablespoon wheat bran

Details

Servings 24
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Prep: 5 min. Bake: 15 min. + cooling

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.

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. Yield: 2 dozen.

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

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 273 calories, 15 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 10 mg cholesterol, 118 mg sodium, 33 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 6 g protein.

Chewy Granola Bars published in Taste of Home June/July 2004, p61