Chewy Energy Bars Recipe

Reviewed on Aug. 19, 2012 by bearnbaz

As is the recipe is so unhealthy. I used organic brown crisp rice cereal, 1/2 cup maple syrup instead of the unhealthy corn syrop, natural nut butter, and some carob chips. We need to stop using corn syrup!

Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2012 by Kessinger

This recipe cut into 32 bars is more usable by diabetics and children and non-athletic

type people. Cutting into 16 bars, can't see how anyone would get 18 bars out of a 9x9 panful, is just too many carbs and calories. Cut into 32 bars and adding a

4 oz serving of yogurt or small fresh fruit is showing healthy wisdom in your choices.

Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2012 by ingaannie

I make this one often - they are easy to make and good to eat - the whole family loves them!

Reviewed on Jul. 26, 2012 by scrapo

Good! The only things I did different was reduce the brown sugar (1/4 cup) & used agave nectar instead of corn syrup. Next time I might try honey instead of the nectar just to switch it up. Also used an all natural no sugar added peanut butter.

Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2012 by scrapo

Good! The only things I did different was reduce the brown sugar (1/4 cup) & used agave nectar instead of corn syrup. Next time I might try honey instead of the nectar just to switch it up. Also used an all natural no sugar added peanut butter.

Reviewed on Jun. 26, 2012 by brogelle

I was looking for a more healthy snack for my kids when I found this. Not only is it simple & fast to prepare but is YUMMY! Huge hit with my kiddos. We put ours in the fridge for a "cold' treat and they can't get enough! We will be making this again very soon!

Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2011 by KathyMcDonald

Have made it twice now, & they went very fast!

Reviewed on Sep. 28, 2011 by bergkat

My kids love thiss recipe! I add minature chocolate chips. I have to make this recipe at least weekly because they love it so much

Reviewed on Sep. 16, 2011 by allykenai

Just made these for the 2nd time. Wanted to say that I substituted 1/2 the corn syrup with honey and cut the brown sugar to 1/3 cup. I added sunflower seeds, craisins, pumpkin seeds, and chocolate chips. These are very good! And still alot better for you than the store bought ones full of preservatives.

Reviewed on Sep. 12, 2011 by Caldwellgirl

These are delicious and easy BUT they are so unhealthy! We need to alter the amount of brown sugar and corn syrup. They are dessert not a healthy snack.

Reviewed on Sep. 06, 2011 by allykenai

Very good and fast. I will be making them with 1/2 cup corn syrup and 1/2 cup honey this week. Will also add some fruit (cranberries, apples, raisins, etc....). Whole family loved them!

Reviewed on Sep. 02, 2011 by King's Daughter

We loved these bars!! I added raisins and, after the syrup mixture was slightly cooled, mini chocolate chips. The next time i will decrease the amount of brown sugar as they are plenty sweet.

Reviewed on Aug. 31, 2011 by christyan17

Corn Syrup is TERRIBLE for you! These are fake energy bars. They will cause a sugar spike and then your energy will crash!!

Reviewed on Aug. 28, 2011 by BettyCos

I tried these today and they are very good. However I had to add twice the amount of crisp rice cereal to get the right consistency, otherwise they were very soupy. I added 3/4 cup miniature chocolate chips but unfortunately I didn't wait for them to cool long enough so they melted. They were very good anyway and I will definitely make them again.

Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2011 by mhammer

Question: What would be a good substitute for the corn syrup?

Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2011 by Monarchsmomma

My son said these taste just like a peanut butter Cliff bar. Thanks for sharing.

Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2011 by oeg1kallee

I did not have wheat grem, so substituted a bran flake cereal, added some roasted nuts and a bit of dried fruit- very versitle, and would make a great school or picnic snack

Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2011 by afs9

Haven't tried yet, but looks like the way I make my PB-rice-Krispie bars -- instead of corn syrup, I will use Agave syrup (thinner, natural and VERY sweet) and I tend to use natural peanut butter instead of the hydrogenated regular PB you find at the market. Can't wait to try! :)

Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2011 by vieux

jackiegene. you could try tahini (sesame paste) nice alternative. Either way, a very good recipe.

Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2011 by jackiegene

Question: Rather than peanut butter what could be used? Any ideas.

Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2011 by crunchpetie

These are great and I also added Mini chocolate chips after cooled a little and it was even better..... It made it tast like no bake cookies. Yummy! Thanks for the recipe.... :)

Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2011 by lynnpat

This is a yummy and easy dessert or snack. With the nutritious ingredients, I am happy to give these bars to my family any time. My teenager always begs for more!

Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2011 by beckykersting@gmail.com

I have not made these yet, but wondered if anyone has tried to make these without the corn syrup. We are trying to avoid the stuff and wondered how it would turn out without it. Any ideas?

Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2011 by sageleaves@aol.com

This is good, however, wouldn't rice bran syrup be better to help reduce the glycemic index?

Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2011 by kimmy-3045

This is super easy and quick to prepare and it's ready right away. My kids and my daycare kids often request this for snack time.

Reviewed on Apr. 18, 2011 by linsvin

Loved the convenience of fast prep. Very chewy indeed. Work fast when pouring mixture over dry ingredients. Just like rice krispie squares,and we all have made them before!

Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2010 by jlwsmom

This is a great recipe. It's as easy as rice krispie treats. Next time I might add chopped nuts or drizzle with chocolate for a no-bake cookie flavor.

Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2010 by tvollstedt

I made these bars and added a small package of slivered almonds and a dash of cinnamon. Next time I'm going to try dried cranberries! They are a perfect addition to a packed lunch!

Reviewed on Aug. 15, 2010 by scubadiver065

My husband wanted a pick me up around 2-4pm before he got home to dinner. We made these bars this weekend and will last all week.

Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2010 by fishyoda

A super yummy snack! I was planning on making Rice Krispies treats with my kids but the magazine arrived in the mailbox just in time! =) I doubled the batch and made thicker bars. The hardest part was stirring it all together. YUMMY!