Start your day with these delicious and nutritious Rice Breakfast Bars. Made with cooked rice, oats, nuts, and dried fruits, these bars are perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast option. They are packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats, keeping you energized throughout the day. The bars are lightly sweetened with honey and offer a satisfying chewy texture. Make a batch ahead of time and enjoy them as a quick and easy breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup natural peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, rolled oats, chopped almonds, and dried cranberries.
- In a small saucepan, heat the honey, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt over low heat. Stir until well combined and smooth.
- Pour the honey mixture over the rice and oat mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly to create an even layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the baking dish.
- Once cooled, cut into bars or squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.
