Granola Bars

Ingredients:

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1/4 cup wheat germ
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup chopped dates
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/3 cup slivered almonds
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 tablespoon melted butter
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 egg lightly beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
• Spray a 9-inch square baking pan with non-stick cooking spray
• Combine oats wheat germ dried fruits coconut sunflower seeds almonds cinnamon and salt in a large bowl
• Combine melted butter and brown sugar in a small bowl until well mixed and any lumps removed
• Stir in maple syrup honey egg and vanilla until smooth
• Add liquid mixture into dry mixture until dry ingredients are moistened
• Press mixture firmly and evenly into pan
• Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden and firm
• Cool completely before cutting into squares or bars
• Note other varieties of dried fruits and nuts may be substituted to suit your likes and dislikes