CHEWY HONEY GRANOLA BARS

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There's sweetness from the honey, chewiness from the raisins, hints of chocolate and cinnamon, and a bit of crunch. To save a few for later, wrap individual bars and place in a resealable freezer container. When you want a satisfying treat on short notice, just grab one and let it thaw for a few minutes. -Tasha Lehman, Williston, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 cups old-fashioned oats
2 cups unsweetened puffed wheat cereal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup honey
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. In a small bowl, combine honey, butter and vanilla; pour over oat mixture and mix well. (Mixture will be sticky.), Press into a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake 14-18 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges