Energy Bars

Every now again (though not often enough) I feel like making something not covered in chocolate, topped with whipped cream, or involving buttercream icing. Enter in wheat germ, flax seed and oatmeal. Fiber anyone? Omega-3s?

Energy Bars

In medium saucepan, over low-medium heat, combine until smooth:

1/2 c smooth peanut butter
1/2 c brown sugar
1/4 c lite maple syrup

In large bowl sir together:

2 c rolled oats (not instant!)
1/2 c wheat germ
1/4 c flax seed
1/2 c unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 c mini semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Pour warm syrup over dry ingredients until coated. Press into greased 9 x 13 in pan.

* The chocolate chips melted a bit into the bars when I mixed them due to the temperature of the syrup. You can sprinkle them on top instead if you want them to retain their shape/consistency.

Servings: 16

Calories: 178
Calories from fat: 78
Total Carbs: 23g
Dietary Fiber: 3.2g
Sugars: 12.5g
Protein: 2.5g
Fat: 8.1g