Rise And Shine Energy Bars Recipes

RAISIN ENERGY BARS

Steps:

• Beat egg whites and sugar in large bowl with whisk until smooth.
• Beat in oil, cinnamon and vanilla extract.
• Stir in remaining ingredients.
• Blend well.
• Coat generously a 13 x 9 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
• Turn raisin mixture into pan.
• Pat to even layer.
• Bake at 300 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes.
• Cool 5 minutes in pan.
• Loosen edges with spatula and invert onto wire rack to cool completely.
• Cut into 4 dozen bit-sized pieces.
• Store in an airtight container or pack in small plastic bags for on-the-go snacking.

HOMEMADE GRANOLA BARS (HEALTH OR ENERGY BARS)

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 325. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Combine the oats, wheat germ, flax seeds, sesame seeds and almonds; spread out evenly on the rimmed baking sheet and toast for approximately 10 to 15 minutes until golden, stirring occasionally and watching carefully so as not to burn.
• In the meantime, in a large bowl combine salt, coconut, cinnamon and dried cranberries; set aside.
• In a large measuring cup place the vanilla, honey, butter and brown sugar. Microwave approximately 2 minutes. Mixture will foam and bubble. Stir to completely dissolve brown sugar.
• When oat mixture is done toasting, transfer to the same bowl with coconut mixture and stir to evenly combine. Add the honey mixture and stir to incorporate.
• Line a 9" x 13" baking pan with waxed paper. Spread the mixture, using the back of a wooden spoon, pressing to create a smooth, even surface. Place another piece of waxed paper over the top, pressing down to evenly compact the mixture. Compacting is important so the bars won't fall apart when cut. (Suggestion: place one pan of same size within the other and press to even out mixture.).
• Refrigerate and completely cool the mixture about 2 hours to assure a clean cut. Firmly press down with a large knife to cut into bars. Do not saw. Wrap bars in waxed paper and store in refrigerator or freezer.