 Individually wrapped and stored, these bars are the perfect "portable" breakfast in the car or on the bus. Great for after-school snacks, too.
Ingredients
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup toasted wheat germ
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
1/4 cup honey
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup Sun-Maid Natural Raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Directions:
HEAT oven to 350 F.
GREASE an 8-inch square pan.
COMBINE flour, wheat germ, sugar, baking powder and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
STIR in butter, honey, egg and vanilla; mix well.
STIR in raisins and walnuts.
PRESS mixture firmly into greased pan.
BAKE for 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
COOL completely before slicing. Bars may be slightly crumbly.
Variation: Super Fiber Breakfast Bars
REPLACE 3/4 cup all-purpose flour with 1/2 cup white whole wheat flour and 1/4 cup flaxseed meal.
REPLACE 1/4 cup butter with 1/4 cup canola oil.
ADD1 teaspoon grated orange zest, if desired.
Makes 10 bars.
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