CHOCOLATE-BERRY BARS

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I created this recipe by accident when I wanted to make Rice Krispie bars with dried fruit. All I had in my cupboard were dried cranberries and chocolate chips, so I tossed them in.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

5-1/2 cups Rice Krispies
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup toasted wheat germ
1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 teaspoons whole milk

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the cereal, chocolate chips, cranberries and wheat germ; set aside. , In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the marshmallows, oil and milk. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45 seconds; stir. Microwave 30-45 seconds longer or until marshmallows are puffed and melted; stir until smooth. , Pour over cereal mixture; stir until chips are melted. Spread into a lightly greased 13x9-in. pan. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.