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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 55 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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The addition of dried cherries and cherry preserves make these homemade granola bars a hit with all who try them. Each bar provides both a sweet pick-me-up and lasting energy. âKevin Johnson, Glendora, California Ingredients:
2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
2 cups old-fashioned oats |
1 cup chopped pecans |
1/2 cup toasted wheat germ |
1/2 cup packed brown sugar |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon baking soda |
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice |
1 cup butter, melted |
1/2 cup honey |
2 eggs, beaten |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1 jar (12 ounces) cherry preserves |
1/3 cup dried cherries, chopped |
1/2 cup flaked coconut |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. In another bowl, combine the butter, honey, eggs and vanilla. Stir into oat mixture until combined. Set aside 1-1/3 cups for topping.
2. Press remaining oat mixture into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Combine preserves and dried cherries; spread over crust. Sprinkle with coconut and reserved oat mixture; press down lightly.
3. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Yield: 2 dozen.
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