Coconut Oat Bars

"This is currently quite popular in my wee town and the recipe is being circulated. Thought I'd share it here. One of the ladies brought it back from her vacation and now everyone seems to be making it. I've not tried it because of the sugar but it must be good. I'm guessing at the times as none were given."
 
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photo by Galley Wench photo by Galley Wench
photo by Galley Wench
Ready In:
40mins
Ingredients:
6
Yields:
16 pieces
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ingredients

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directions

  • Lightly grease a 12 x 9 inch pan with pam. Heat the butter, raw sugar, and light corn syrup in a large pan over low heat until just melted. Stir in the oats, shredded coconut, and candied cherries and mix well until evenly combined.
  • Place the mixture on the prepared pan. Spread evenly across the pan and level the surface by pressing with a spatula. Bake in a preheated oven 325F for about 30 minutes, or until golden.
  • Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Cut the mixture into 16 pieces using a sharp knife. Carefully transfer the squares to wire rack and cool completely.
  • TIP: Best stored in an airtight container and eaten within 1 week. They can also be frozen for up to 1 month.

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Reviews

  1. Made these with a little revision . . . was unable to find candied cherries this time of year so instead added crushed macadamia nuts and few chocolate chips. Flavor was wonderful however I don't think I pressed it down hard enough before baking . . . it didn't hold together very well. Very flavorful!
     
  2. Sooo goood!! They have a texture very similar to a granola bar, but with a more special flavor. I love the cerries in it, and I don't usullay like candied cherries :) They also smelled amazing while they were baking. Even DH said, "those are pretty good granola bars." and he is not sweets person at all! They store very well in a ziplock bag, but do become a little more chewy and less crispy after a day or so. Not that that's a bad thing!
     
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