Nutty Peanut Energy Bars

Delicious and nutritious homemade energy bars that will keep you fueled all day long.

Ingredients

½	cup dry roasted salted peanuts
½	cup roasted sunflower seeds (or more peanuts or other nuts)
½	cup raisins (or other dried fruit)
2	uncooked oatmeal, old-fashioned or instant oatmeal
2	toasted rice cereal (Rice Krispies)
¼	cup toasted wheat germ (optional)
½	cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
½	cup packed brown sugar
½	cup light corn syrup
1	teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

• 1. In a large bowl, combine the dry roasted salted peanuts, roasted sunflower seeds, raisins, oatmeal, and toasted rice cereal. Add the wheat germ if desired, and set aside.
  2. In a medium microwaveable bowl, mix together the peanut butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Microwave on high for two minutes. Stir in the vanilla until well blended.
  3. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until everything is evenly coated.
  4. For neat squares, transfer the mixture into an 8 x 8-inch pan that has been greased with cooking spray. For bars, spoon the mixture into a 9 x 13-inch oblong pan. Press down firmly (greasing your fingers with margarine, oil, or cooking spray can help).
  5. Allow the mixture to set for about an hour to firm up, then slice into either squares or bars.

Jul 20, 2024