* Exported from MasterCook *

Homemade Chewy Granola Bars

Recipe By :Pillsbury Best Cookies Cookbook
Serving Size : 24 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Bars Cookies
Formed

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2/3 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup butter or margarine -- melted
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 cups quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup coconut
1/2 cup shelled sunflower seeds
1/2 cup raisins
1/3 cup wheat germ
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
6 ounces semisweet chocolate chips -- if desired

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 13x9" baking pan.
In large bowl, combine brown sugar, peanut butter, corn syrup, butter and
vanilla. Blend well. Add all remaining ingredients. Mix well.
Press evenly in greased pan.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool 1 hour or until
completely cooled. Cut into bars.