Black Raspberry Granola Bars

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I like my granola fruity and nutty but not too sweet. A square or two of these is a hearty breakfast on the go with plenty of protein for staying power. Go ahead and try other jams/preserves if you want to vary the flavors. If you prefer not to use the brandy i suggest apple juice. However it will make the recipe sweeter.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350 and grease a 9x9 pan.

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Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl.

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Add eggs , milk , honey , vanilla , and canola oil.

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Mix thoroughly it will be evenly moist , but lumpy and a bit stiff.

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Pack about 2 / 3 of the granola mixture into the bottom of the pan.

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Mix brandy with melted blackberry preserves.

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Pour evenly over the granola mix.

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Top with spoonfuls of the granola mixture.

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Bake at 350 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned.

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Cool and cut into bars or squares as desired.

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But cover it with plastic or a saucer to keep it from spattering.

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Ingredients

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oatmeal, flour, wheat bran, powdered milk, ground flax seeds, baking powder, pecans, salt, eggs, milk, honey, vanilla, canola oil, raspberry preserves, brandy