Chewy Granola Bars

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups quick-cooking oats
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts
• 1/4 cup toasted wheat germ
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix honey, brown sugar, oil, water and vanilla. Stir in oats, nuts, wheat germ, sunflower seeds, raisins and cranberries until evenly distributed.
3. Press evenly into the prepared pan.
4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown. Cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before cutting into bars.

Interesting Facts

• Granola bars are a great source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
• Granola bars are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite nuts and seeds.
• Granola bars are a great snack to take with you on the go.