Grab N Go Crispy Granola Bars Food

GRAB 'N' GO CRISPY GRANOLA BARS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 300*F.
• Line a 9" square or 13x9" bakiing pan completely with foil or parchment paper and butter the foil(or spray with cooking spray).
• In a medium bowl, combine oats, almonds, wheat germ, ground flax seeds, cereal, fry milk, cinnamon, and salt. Mix in the oil, honey, vanilla, and the optional chocolate chips and fruit, if using.
• Mix well, then pour into the prepared baking pan. Press down with the palm of your hand, evenly distributing the mixture into the corners of the dish and bake for 15-18 minutes. Check occasionally to prevent burning.
• Remove from the oven and using the foil to help you, lift the giant bar out of the pan. Place on a flat surface and while still warm, cut into small bars.
• Store in an airtight container fo up to a week, or freeZe in plastic bags. Enjoy!

CRISPY PEANUT BUTTER GRANOLA BARS

Steps:

• Lightly grease a 12x8 inch baking dish. If you don't have this size, 11x7 or 13x9 will work.
• Put half of the oats in a food processor and process until it forms a powder. This is optional, but I like the texture it creates.
• Add processed oats, remaining oats, and cereal to a large bowl.
• Put dates and craisins in a food processor and process until finely chopped. Add to dry ingredients.
• In a small saucepan, heat honey until it starts to bubble. Remove from heat and whisk in the peanut butter and vanilla until well combined.
• Pour liquid over the dry mixture and stir to combine.
• Stir in chocolate chips. Be aware the chips will melt into the mix. You can freeze them ahead of time if you want them to stay whole.
• Dump mixture into the greased baking dish. Lay a sheet of waxed or parchment paper over top, then press down the mixture until smooth and even. Throw out paper.
• Allow to cool for about 15 minutes, then slice into bars while still in the dish. Chill dish for about an hour to firm up, then remove bars and place in an airtight container.