I am crazy about these chewy energy bars. They are so delicious and healthy, it’s guilt-free snacking. You can mix up ingredients. They will definitely give you a lift.
1 c. rolled oats, regular or quick
2 T. chia seeds
2 T. sesame seeds
1/4 c. unsweetened coconut
1/4 c. coconut (or any type) flour
1/2 c. dried cherries, craisins, or raisins
1/2 c. whole raw almonds
1/2 c. dried apricots or prunes
1/2 c. unsalted sunflower seeds, raw
1/2 c. toasted wheat germ
1/2 c. pitted dried dates
1/2 c. powdered dry milk
2 t. cinnamon
1/2 t. ginger
1/2 c. unsweetened applesauce or yogurt (plain or flavored)
1/4 c. molasses or pure maple syrup (can drop to 1/4 c. if desired)
2 large eggs
1 c. rolled oats, regular or quick
2 T. chia seeds
2 T. sesame seeds
1/4 c. unsweetened coconut
1/4 c. coconut (or any type) flour
1/2 c. dried cherries, craisins, or raisins
1/2 c. whole raw almonds
1/2 c. dried apricots or prunes
1/2 c. unsalted sunflower seeds, raw
1/2 c. toasted wheat germ
1/2 c. pitted dried dates
1/2 c. powdered dry milk
2 t. cinnamon
1/2 t. ginger
1/2 c. unsweetened applesauce or yogurt (plain or flavored)
1/4 c. molasses or pure maple syrup (can drop to 1/4 c. if desired)
2 large eggs
· Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
· Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with cooking spray (use lighter colored pan if you have a choice)
Line bottom of pan with parchment and spray also
· Place all ingredients except syrup, applesauce, and eggs into food processor
· Pulse until mixture is well chopped.
· Add eggs, applesauce, and syrup and pulse until well combined.
· Empty mixture into prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
· Cover with plastic wrap, and gently press down on top. Remove plastic.
· Bake 15-20 minutes, until done. Let cool thoroughly on a rack.
· Cut into 1 ½ x 3 inch bars
Bars are best stored frozen in a large zip-loc bag
