I’m always hot. No, not that kind of hot. I’m talking temperature hot. I have no idea why, but I’ve always become overheated very easily. Even in this icy cold winter, I’m warm. Put me outside and I turn into a human icicle instantly, but inside with the oven on and the heat running, sometimes my face is flush and my body craving a cool breeze.
Some of the heat waves are triggered by stress, others an intense workout, and some have no cause that I can pinpoint, though I do find the heat to be very irritating. When it comes on I feel like I’m being strangled and find myself willing it to go off.
In fact, the heat never gets turned up higher than 68 during the day, and at night things dip down to a chilly 59. It is worth noting I can’t give up blankets when I’m sitting and chilling or sleeping, so that probably has something to do with my being warm. My parents are always cold. But they can bundle up. What am I supposed to do? Walk around naked? I’m not Lena Dunham!
This phenomenon must run in my family, as my aunt keeps her heat on 62 all day. That’s too cold even for me!
You might wonder why I love summer and want to move to a warmer climate. Summer brings a different kind of heat that rarely bothers me. In fact, I crave it on a daily basis. Plus, I love when the air conditioning comes on, the ceiling fan is always on high, and I have a little tabletop fan that blows cooling air right at me, Beyoncé style.
These Fruity Pebbles Granola Bars were a hot commodity in my house. Mom, Dad, and I all loved them. I know I just posted Breakfast Bars, but these no bake, gluten free beauties could not wait! The hearty, chewy oats, the crunchy almonds, the sweet raisins, and that classic Fruity Pebbles flavor make these totally irresistible. Plus, those bright Pebbles make me smile! I know these bars will make you smile too 🙂
Fruity Pebbles Granola Bars
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups quick cooking oats
- 1 ½ cups Fruity Pebbles
- ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup almonds, chopped
- ½ cup raisins
Instructions
- Line an 8 inch square pan with parchment, leaving overhang for easy removal later.
- In a large bowl, stir together oats and Pebbles. In a medium microwave safe bowl, stir together peanut butter and honey. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir and microwave on high for an additional minute. The mixture should then be bubbling. If it is not, microwave it an additional 30 seconds. Stir in vanilla extract
- Pour peanut butter mixture over oat mixture and stir until fully combined. Add almonds and raisins and stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed and a cohesive mixture is formed.
- Pour mixture into the prepared pan. Smooth into an even layer, then press mixture down firmly with your hands. Refrigerate for about 2 hours to allow bars to firm before cutting. Bars may be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or frozen, wrapped in parchment and foil and placed in a zipper bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature about 1 hour.
What are fruity pebbles? (Blame it on me being a foreigner.). I did a quick “googling” and it turned out a rice cereal. Is that what you used?
Fruity Pebbles are a fun breakfast cereal. You could substitute pretty much any kind of cereal you like and can find.
How genius are these granola bars? Fruity pebbles! Amazing!!
ahhhhh I love the warmth too (and I also tend to run a little hot).
These bars look SO pretty and yummyyyy!!! Yay fruity pebbles + granola!
What a great idea for making a healthy snack way more fun!
Thanks, Sues! I always think food should be fun 🙂
We always keep out house at 65 during the day in the winter — and just wear sweaters. It’s quite a nice temperature. And these granola bars are quite nice, too! Good recipe — thanks.
They are so colorful that I can see why you would smile. And yes, my house is still 62 degrees!! Thanks for mentioning me!!!
I definitely am one of those people who is always COLD!! I’d much rather be warm! Love the fruity pebbles in these bars!
Love this recipe, it’s healthy but yet delicious
Well…I am definitely on the “always cold” side of the spectrum! And I can’t wait for summer. These fruity pebbles bars are so fun!! Love the rainbow of colors.
Oh, I love healthy snacks! I will def give it a try! 😉
Thank you for sharing love!
Diana
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Oh wow these look super delicious! 🙂 I’m always cold! I envy you!
Oh, I envy you. It’s not fun to always be hot.
I always wanted to try making my own granola bars – they are so handy for my lunches at work! Your colorful bars look so crunchy – love the little bits of oats, almonds, and raisins – YUM!
These look like fun, Laura. And i bet these taste good, too. Might have to try Capn’ Crunch though as that’s what I still keep around!
I bet Cap’n Crunch would be great, especially if you have the one with the berries. I always loved those!
These look super delicious and very fun! Homemade granola bars are my favourite!
Oh, my, gosh! Fruity Pebbles! I haven’t thought of those in years! I bet these are fabulous, Laura! P~
These are perfect to pass out as the kids are running to catch the bus or to put into lunches as a special treat.
So creative adding the Fruity Pebbles into your granola bars! Definitely perfect for back to school. PINNED!
Fruity Pebbles were one of my favorite “Special treat” cereals as a kid so I know I’d really love these granola bars!