Rice Breakfast Bars

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups cooked brown rice
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch of salt

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
3. In a large bowl, combine the rice, oats, walnuts, cranberries, honey, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
4. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the bars are golden brown and set.
6. Let cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before cutting into bars.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 7g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 7g
• Fiber: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Chewy and flavorful
• Perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or brunch
• Customizable with different nuts, seeds, and dried fruits

User Comments:

• "These bars are so delicious and filling! I love the combination of rice and oats."
• "I made these bars with almonds and blueberries, and they were a hit with my family."
• "I like to cut these bars into smaller pieces and add them to my yogurt parfait."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have cooked brown rice, you can use instant brown rice instead.
• For a vegan option, use maple syrup and vegan butter instead of honey and butter.
• These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.