Instead of a super-processed granola bar, why not make your own!? My mom used to make breakfast cookies (delicious!), and these are similar to those except they are no-bake...very easy, and it's a one bowl recipe! Perfect! The ingredients are really flexible so you can alter or substitute basically any of them and it's a great grab-and-go breakfast with tons of protein. Heck of a lot better than a pop-tart or a sugary cereal bar! It's a great post-gym snack as well.
Did I mention they are absolutely delicious?! Just the boost needed for a long day of classes in the cold winter weather! They contain wheat germ which is the most vitamin and mineral-rich part of the wheat kernel (Dr. Oz). Very good for you!
No Bake Breakfast Cookies
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
1 cup oats
1/2 cup wheat germ
1 tsp vanilla
2 tbsp honey
1/2 cup coconut flakes* (can omit coconut, just add little more oats)
1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Directions:
Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Refrigerate for about thirty minutes, to make it easier to mold. Roll into balls and press down on wax paper. Store in air tight container.
Hint - When mixing, if they are too dry, add more peanut butter! Don't be afraid to alter the amount of ingredients, it is a very forgiving recipe!
*If you don't have toasted coconut, preheat oven to 325 degrees and toast for about 6 minutes. Be careful not to burn because they cook quickly! If you skip the toasting though, just regular coconut flakes work fine too!
**Substitution ideas: dried fruits, dark chocolate, ground flaxseed, agave nectar, chopped nuts, crushed whole grain cereal, rice crispies....options are endless!
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