Make Your Own Cereal Bars

Peanuts are an excellent source of protein, iron, and fiber, while flaxseed has a wide range of health benefits including being rich in alpha-linolenic acid, an essential fatty acid that contributes to heart health. Beyond that, they are a fun and convenient snack on-the-run or anytime.

Cranberry-Peanut Cereal BarsNumber of servings: Per square

• 3 cups puffed whole-grain cereal, like Kashi
• 1/2 cup chopped dry-roasted unsalted peanuts
• 1/4 cup chopped unsweetened dried cranberries

• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup agave syrup

How to make it  25 minutes

• 1

  Preheat the oven to 350°F. Coat an 8-inch square metal baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
• 2

  Stir together the cereal, peanuts, cranberries, and flaxseed in large bowl.
• 3

  In a small saucepan over low heat, stir together the peanut butter and syrup until the mixture boils, about 1 minute. Stir into the cereal mixture until well-blended. Scrape into the prepared pan and press down firmly with the back of spatula to compact.
• 4

  Bake until the edges are golden, about 15 minutes. Cool thoroughly before cutting into squares.

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