No-Bake Rice Krispies Peanut Butter Granola Bars (Lower-Fat)

1. 1

   lightly grease 11 x 7-inch, can use a 13 x 9-inch baking dish but you will have a thinner bar.

2. 2

   In a large bowl combine Rice Krispies cereal, oats and raisins.

3. 3

   In a saucepan stir the corn syrup or honey and brown sugar until just at a boil.

4. 4

   Immediately remove from heat and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla until well combined.

5. 5

   Pour over the dry ingredients in the bowl; mix to combine.

6. 6

   Mix in mini chocolate chips (if using) work fast the mixture hardens quickly.

7. 7

   Transfer the mixture into prepared baking dish, then using slightly wet hands push evenly down into the pan.

8. 8

   While the mixture is still soft, for easier slicing take a sharp knife and slice into desired size bars.

9. 9

   Chill until firm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.