Andrea’s Award Winning Cocoa Energy Bars Print
Andrea’s Award Winning
Cocoa Energy Bars
My recipe has travelled around the country and is favourite by my family and friends. This recipe won 1st prize in a recipe contest with the Peanut Bureau of Canada. I hope you enjoy this as much as we do!
Makes 32 Bars
What you need:
3/4 cup peanut butter
3/4 cup honey
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup cocoa
1-1/2 cup oatmeal
1-1/4 cup rice crisp cereal
1 cup dried fruit (such as cranberries)
1 cup crushed nuts (such as peanuts)
How you prepare:
In a pot, combine peanut butter, honey, sugar, and cocoa and cook until smooth. Add the rest of ingredients and mix well. Spray a 9 by 13 inch pan and firmly press batter in pan. Cut into squares while warm before cooling.
Time Saver: Double the recipe! Cut into bars and wrap in plastic wrap and freeze for snacks when needed.
Per serving:
Calories 133
Carbohydrates 20 g
Protein 3 g
Fat 6 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g