Granola Bars

Granola bars are the perfect grab-and-go food for kids and adults.  But the bars you buy at the store can be expensive and are not always good for you.  Making them yourself will save you money and ensure they are healthy!   

Makes: 24 servings

Ingredients
1 cup honey
1 cup peanut butter
3 ½ cups rolled oats
½ cup raisins (or dried cranberries) 
½ cup carrot, grated
½ cup coconut

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. 
  2. Put the honey and peanut butter in a bowl and melt in microwave. Stir until mixed. 
  3. Add oatmeal, raisins, carrots, and coconut to the bowl. Stir well, and let it cool until you can safely touch it with your hands.
  4. Put the mix in a 9x13 baking pan. Press the mix firmly into the bottom of the pan.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes.
  6. Cut into 24 bars.


Source: Pennsylvania Nutrition Education Program, Pennsylvania Nutrition Education Network Website Recipes
​​Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 1 bar

Calories: 170
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Protein: 4g
Sodium: 55mg
Carbohydrates: 26g
Added Sugar: 12g
Fiber: 2g