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Monday, March 3, 2014

Homemade Granola Bars

These are a terrific snack - the teenager gives two thumbs up.

3 1/2 C. Granola (see below for our delicious homemade version)
1/2 C. chopped macadamia nuts
1/4 C. organic light corn syrup (we like Wholesome Sweeteners brand) or simple syrup
2 Tbl. maple syrup
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. Tahitian Vanilla extract
1/8 tsp. almond extract

Line an 8x8 pan with parchment or wax paper, up and over the sides, to make removal easy.

Combine granola with chopped macadamias in a large bowl.  Combine the remaining ingredients in a small saucepan. Stir over medium heat until the mixture foams, and cook another 10 seconds.  Immediately pour over the dry mixture and stir thoroughly.


 

Scoop mixture into prepared pan, and press firmly with greased hands or a piece of wax paper.

Cover and place in refrigerator for a few hours to firm.




Cut into bars, using a sharp knife.  Wrap individually in parchment paper.   May be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to a week.