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 1^st 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
 

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