These sweet, wholesome treats are sure to be a favorite with your family. Wrap each one in foil for an easy on-the-go breakfast, lunch box addition, or midday snack.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter or margarine
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups crisp rice cereal
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup dried fruit bits
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350ยบ F. Coat a 9- by 13-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Melt the butter or margarine in a large pot over low heat. Remove the pot from the heat and whisk in the sugar, honey, flour, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking pan. Using a sheet or waxed paper and the palms of your hands, press the granola firmly into the pan, packing it to a flat and even thickness.
- Bake for 20 minutes, until golden brown. Allow the granola to cool 1 hour in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting into bars. Makes 16 to 24 rectangular bars.
