Backpacker's Bars
Rich
in carbohydrates and low in fat, these bars are meant for an energy boost when
you're on the trail, on your bike, or even in your garden. They freeze well,
and cost less than commercial energy bars.
Ingredients
At a glance
Bar cookies and squares
Makes
42 bars
- 3/4 cup peanut butter or other nut butter
- 3/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup nonfat dry milk
- 1/3 cup skim milk or water
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup wheat germ
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 3/4 cup currants or raisins
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
Steps
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease or
spray a 10-by-15-inch baking sheet with sides.
Cream peanut butter and honey with dry milk until smooth. Stir in baking soda and salt, then remaining ingredients to make a stiff dough; it may be easiest to knead in ingredients with your hands.
With oiled hands, spread mixture evenly in baking sheet. Bake in the center of the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until golden. Let cool, then cut into rectangles.
Cream peanut butter and honey with dry milk until smooth. Stir in baking soda and salt, then remaining ingredients to make a stiff dough; it may be easiest to knead in ingredients with your hands.
With oiled hands, spread mixture evenly in baking sheet. Bake in the center of the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until golden. Let cool, then cut into rectangles.
Additional tips
Store: In covered container
Freeze: Yes
Mail: Yes, wrap separately
Freeze: Yes
Mail: Yes, wrap separately
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