Peanut Energy Bars Recipe

Name: Peanut Energy Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup peanuts, dry roasted and salted; 1/2 cup sunflower seeds, roasted (or any other kind of nut); 2 cups raisins, chopped (or any other kind of dried fruit); 2 cups rolled oats or 2 cups instant oats; 2 cups toasted rice cereal; 1/4 cup toasted wheat germ (optional); 1/2 cup natural-style peanut butter; 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed; 1/2 cup honey; 1 teaspoon vanilla

Servings: persons

1
Coat a 9x13 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
2
Combine peanuts, sunflower seeds (or other nuts), raisins (or other dried fruit), oats, rice cereal and wheat germ or flax seed meal (if using) in a large bowl.
3
Combine peanut butter, brown sugar and honey in a large microwaveable bowl and microwave on high or boil on stove top until bubbling (1 to 2 minutes).
4
Add vanilla and stir until blended.
5
Pour the peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until covered.
6
Transfer mixture to the prepared pan. Press down firmly (It helps to coat your fingers with cooking spray). Let stand for about 1 hour to harden.
7
Cut into bars.

1162

kcal

Calories

Fat

169

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup peanuts, dry roasted and salted, 1/2 cup sunflower seeds, roasted (or any other kind of nut), 2 cups raisins, chopped (or any other kind of dried fruit), 2 cups rolled oats or 2 cups instant oats, and more.

Yes, Peanut Energy Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Peanut Energy Bars

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Variations & substitutions

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