No-Bake Granola Bars

(by Mandy B. Fernandez)

2 1/2 c. rolled oats

1 c. all-natural creamy peanut butter

1/2 c. pure maple syrup

1/2 c. chocolate chips

In a large bowl, combine oats, peanut butter, and maple syrup, mixing well until the oats are coated.

Gently mix in chocolate chips. (I use my hands.) Press mixture into 1 or 2 silicone baking molds. Freeze for 30 minutes, then remove from molds and refrigerate.

Makes 12 – 24 bars, depending on size/shape of the molds.

(Read From Growls to Grins, the story that accompanies this recipe.)