Kids Granola Snacks - Page 2

araefinn · 07-14-2007, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by mommy2mercedes

personally,I think Granola bars are rediculously priced-so when in the mood I make these-

2 1/2 cups crispy rice cereal
2 cups quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.

In a large bowl, stir together the rice cereal and oats. Set aside.

Combine the brown sugar and corn syrup in a small saucepan over medium heat. Heat just until boiling, then remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla until smooth. Pour over the cereal and oat mixture, and mix well.
Press into the prepared pan using the back of a large spoon. Allow to cool, then cut into squares.

So far, I am liking this recipe the best. I have everything on hand except the raisins. I am thinking of using some mini m&ms that I have been wanting to get rid of. Kinda defeats the whole healthy part of the recipe. What do you think?? I think they will still come out yummy. How long will these keep for if kept in a airtight container/ziploc??

mommy2mercedes · 07-20-2007, 07:08 PM

for me the longest Ive had them is about 10-12 days(and they were fine)

You could always freeze some...and just thaw and eat later)

JennyH · 08-19-2007, 09:27 AM

Hmmm... interesting! I would like to try these! Thank you!