Granola Bars III

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Oct 05, 2005

The original recipe is amazing! I tried making this recipe a little healthier by substituting applesauce for the oil, but the granola bars just got a funny chewy texture to them. I also decreased the brown sugar to 1/4 c and I like the sweetness a little more. I think next time I'll make 1/4 c oil & 1/4 c applesauce. Otherwise, this is such a great recipe, don't change it if you don't want to! (I'm a nutrition major so I always try to make recipes healthier, but it may take away from the original results.) Thanks for the great recipe, Ilene!

—BAKE841

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Oct 30, 2012

Really didn't care for this recipe. Like other members said, too cookie like. And not a good oatmeal cookie to boot. Lacking in flavor. Added extra cinnamon (to 1 tsp), added a 1/4 tsp almond extract to go with the almonds I added and still found it bland. If you like cakey bars you may like this but still go with the extra cinnamon or you won't find it flavorful enough.

—Cookin4Six!

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Sep 19, 2003

The first time around I used the full 3/4 cup brown sugar and I personally thought it was too sweet, but all the women at work loved them! Don't put too much weight on my mention of the brown sugar though ---- because I always lower the sugar content for my little who's only 2 yrs old. I try to make healthy snacks for her with just a touch of sweetness, not too much! So we use 1/4 cup brown sugar, but we still use ALL the honey! They are slightly moist and chewy and can be made with such a variety of nuts and dried fruits that it can always be a different batch than before!! Thanks for a terrific recipe.

—CookingForDummies

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Jan 01, 2006

There is so much to do with this recipe. I've made it 10 different ways and the best includes 1/2 oil and 1/2 applesauce. You can also omit the white or wheat flour by substituting OAT FLOUR instead - they still taste delicious. They are a little firmer this way, which I like, so be sure to add 2 eggs instead of 1. I also substituted flax meal for wheat germ. Best with lots of chocolate chips and dried berries! My husband asks for this every week. Thanks!

—Lena

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Oct 14, 2004

My family absolutely loves this recipe. My friend and I doubled the recipe and used a jelly-roll pan. We made 2 batches of 6 different combinations and ended up with 540 granola bars which we individually wrapped and froze. My family went through our half in a month and a half!! They are great in lunches or after school snacks. Here are the combinations we used: crushed oreo, recess pieces with peanuts, mixed dried fruit with sunflower seeds and coconut (sunshine bars), craisins and almonds, s'mores, toffee & mini chocolate chips. Some were a litte chewier than others, but all of them were delicious!! Todays new combination is nutter butter cookies with peanut butter chips on top. yummy!!!

—MTSEARLE

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Apr 08, 2005

Love this recipe. I make variations on it constantly - never the same twice. I often use up whatever open packages are left after other baking, our favorites are choc chips, raisins, slivered almonds, craisins, coconut & M&Ms. I often use corn syrup instead of honey. I sometimes substitute old fashioned oats for 1/2 the quick oats. I have recently started adding 1/3 C dry milk powder and think I will always make them that way now. I only cook them 20 minutes.

—BENGTSON36

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Nov 20, 2007

Wonderful recipe, thank you! I decreased the amount of honey slightly and added 1/2 cup of peanut butter and 1/2 cup chopped peanuts for a crunchier peanut butter taste; they disappeared!

—KariLou

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Apr 27, 2007

This is an awesome base recipe. I made them last night and they're already half gone! Here are the changes I made: * reduced brown sugar to 1/4 cup * substituted 1/2 of applesauce for the oil * used 1 cup raisins * used 1/2 cup walnuts, sunflower seeds, chopped almonds It wasn't too sweet at all and the perfect chewiness and texture! A bit bland, though. I would suggest a darker honey or more cinnamon for more flavour next time.

—Elli

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Nutrition

Calories
212 kcal
11%

Carbohydrates
32.2 g
10%

Cholesterol
11 mg
4%

Fat
8.6 g
13%

Fiber
1.8 g
7%

Protein
3.4 g
7%

Sodium
66 mg
3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Granola Bars III

Serving Size: 1/20 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 20
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 212
Calories from Fat: 77

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.6g 13 %
Saturated Fat 1.1g 6 %
Cholesterol 11mg 4 %
Sodium 66mg 3 %
Potassium 141mg 4 %
Total Carbohydrates 32.2g 10 %
Dietary Fiber 1.8g 7 %
Protein 3.4g 7 %
** Sugars 18.9g
Vitamin A < 1 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium 3 %
Iron 12 %
Thiamin 18 %
Niacin 12 %
Vitamin B6 5 %
Magnesium 10 %
Folate 15 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.