Oatmeal Peanut Butter Energy Bars - Gluten Free Recipe

Directions:

1. Spray a 9 by 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
2. (Or, you can also use wax paper on the bottom of your pan if you wish).
3. In a large bowl, combine oats, rice cereal, & dry fruit & set aside.
4. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut oil, & cinnamon. Stir and cook until mixture just begins to bubble, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, & protein powder.
5. Pour peanut butter mixture over the oatmeal mixture and stir gently until well combined. Transfer to baking dish, cover with wax paper and press firmly into dish. Allow to cool completely. (will cool faster in the refrigerator).
6. Cut into squares or bars.