Crunchy Peanut Butter Granola Bars

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Line a 9×9 square pan with parchment paper running the paper in both directions.
2. Using a food processor, grind 3-4 tablespoons of old fashioned oats to make the oat flour. Alternatively, use store bought oat flour.
3. In a large mixing bowl, mix the oat flour with the old-fashioned oats, peanuts, puffed rice cereal, baking soda and salt.
4. Using a microwave safe measuring cup, measure the first amount of honey and heat in the microwave until just warm, about 15 seconds. Add 2 tablespoons of the peanut butter to the honey and stir until smooth, then add the vanilla.
5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients and transfer to the pan. Spread into a thin layer and press down firmly. A little olive oil sprayed on your fingers is helpful.
6. Bake for 14-16 minutes, until the edges begin to brown. Remove from oven.
7. Cool for 2-3 minutes, then remove the bars from the pan using the parchment paper. If the bars are cool enough to handle, use a very sharp knife and cut straight down (do not use a sawing motion) into individual servings and let them cool completely.
8. In a microwave safe measuring cup, add the remaining amount honey and the coconut oil. Heat in the microwave until just warmed and the coconut oil is liquid, 15-20 seconds. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon peanut butter and stir until smooth. Immediately drizzle onto the granola bars.
9. Place in the refrigerator until the drizzle hardens.
10. Store refrigerated in an airtight container.

Adapted from Half Baked Harvest.