
Apricot-Almond Energy Bars
Last month we recommended bringing an energy bar with you for a snack on a short hike. A reader was kind enough to refer us to this excellent recipe for making your own delicious energy bars. Thank you to Sandi's Recipe Corner for allowing us to share her recipe with our readers. Makes 12 Bars.
1-1/2 cups quick cooking oats (not instant)
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/3 cup toasted slivered almonds
1/4 cup toasted wheat germ
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 egg
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup corn syrup
In large bowl, combine oats, flour, sugar, apricots, almonds, wheat germ, and raisins. In a small bowl beat together egg, oil, and corn syrup. Stir in oat mixture until well combined. Press firmly into 9-inch square baking pan. Bake in 350 degree oven for 18 to 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Let cool on rack. Cut into bars. Store in tightly covered container or wrap with plastic wrap. Variations: Create your own unique bar by substituting any dried fruit or nuts for the apricots, raisins and almonds. Nutritional information (per serving) 209 calories
3 g protein 7 g fat (2 g saturated)
32 g carbs Portions: 1 Grain, 1 Extra