Apple Walnut Breakfast Bars

Directions

1. 1
   In a Dutch oven combine dried apples, honey, raisins, and brown sugar.
2. 2
   Heat and stir until mixture boils; reduce heat slightly.
3. 3
   Cook, uncovered, for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   Stir in peanut butter until melted.
6. 6
   Stir in apple butter and cinnamon.
7. 7
   Stir in rolled oats, walnuts, wheat germ, and sunflower seeds until well combined.
8. 8
   Add cereal, stirring to coat.
9. 9
   Press mixture very firmly (or bars will crumble) and evenly into an ungreased 8x8x2-inch pan.
10. 10
    Chill to set.
11. 11
    Cut into 8 bars.
12. 12
    Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 days.