Chewy Granola Bars Recipe

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100% would make again

For a satisfying snack that's both soft and crispy, try this recipe. These bars are a tempting, nutritious treat.—Virgina M Krites, Cridersville, Ohio

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  • 24 Servings
  • Prep: 10 min. Bake: 25 min.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
  • 1-1/4 cups crisp rice cereal
  • 1 cup chopped nuts
  • 1 cup raisins or semisweet chocolate chips, optional
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Directions

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the honey, vanilla and egg; mix well. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in oats, cereal and nuts and raisins or chocolate chips if desired.
  • Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until the top is lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Yield: 2 dozen.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 160 calories, 7 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 19 mg cholesterol, 91 mg sodium, 22 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein.

Chewy Granola Bars published in Taste of Home June/July 1995, p54

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Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2009 by ctmom05

We've now had dessert. It was so tasty, a real hit here. These granola bars tasted a bit like butterscotch brownies aka blondies.

This was something I will definately make again.

Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2009 by ctmom05

So far, I can tell you that the batter for Chewy Granola Bars tastes really yummy!

I'll let you know more after we have them this evening for dessert :)

Reviewed on Apr. 17, 2009 by bigmo9193

I sought out granola bar recipes after tiring of the store bought varieties. These are a hit with my entire family!

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