My daughter loves granola bars but the packaged ones just seem like a candy bar that's packed with sugar.  These are a great alternative because you can control the quality of the ingredients and the sugar.  They are also  the perfect treat to take on the go!
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup oatmeal
 - 1/2 cup peanut butter (or other nut butter)
 - 1/3 cup honey
 - 1 cup coconut flakes
 - 1/2 cup ground flax seed
 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
 - 1 tsp vanilla
 - 1/2 cup raisins (or other dried fruit)
 
Mix all ingredients in a bowl until well incorporated.  Roll approximately 2 tablespoons into a ball and place on parchment lined sheet or press into a 9 x 9 inch pan to cut into rectangles.  Chill in fridge for about 30 minutes until they are set.  Once chilled place into airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 1 week.
*Play around with your flavors in this granola, feel free to add in your favorite dried fruits and sweet chips or nuts!
Lucy~

YUM! Made these last week with butterscotch chips instead of chocolate - divine. So many textures and flavors and very filling.
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