Peanut Butter-Coconut-Raisin Granola Bars

This a wonderful afternoon snack or to take on a walk in the park.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Yields: 25 Bars

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄3 cups rolled oats
• 2⁄3 cup raisins
• 1⁄2 cup  bran flakes
• 1⁄3 cup unsweetened coconut
• 3  tablespoons chocolate chips
• 2  tablespoons  chopped pecans
• 1  teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄4 cup peanut butter
• 1⁄4 cup brown sugar
• 3  tablespoons margarine or 3  tablespoons butter
• 3  tablespoons honey
• 1  teaspoon vanilla

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Spray a 9-inch square pan with vegetable spray.
3. Put rolled oats, raisins, bran flakes, coconut, chocolate chips, pecans, and baking soda in bowl.
4. Combine until well mixed.
5. In small saucepan, whisk together peanut butter, brown sugar, margarine, honey and vanilla over medium heat for approximately 30 seconds or just until sugar dissolves and mixture is smooth.
6. Pour over dry ingredients and stir to combine.
7. Press into prepared pan and bake for 15-20 minutes or until browned.
8. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.