Homemade Granola Bars P-A-C-K-E-D with Nutrients

Looking for a simple homemade granola bar? These granola bars are made with simple ingredients and are kid-approved! The oats are a great source of soluble fiber where the combination between the seeds is providing some healthy omega-3s! Anytime I have a carbohydrate I think it’s important to have protein to slow down the rise of your blood glucose and the mix between the protein powder and nut butter fit the need! Remember when finding a nut butter try to find an option that is just the nut itself or the nut plus salt.

Want to try these Peanut Butter Protein Bars? See below!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

  3 tbsp. milled flaxseed

  2 tbsp. chia seeds

  ½ cup Vanilla Bean CardioWhey

  ¾ cup nut butter (I used Almond Butter)

  ½ cup raw honey

  Optional: melted mini semi-sweet chocolate chips to drizzle on top!

Directions:

• Line 8x8 pan with parchment paper and set aside.

  In a large bowl mix all dry ingredients.

  In a microwave safe bowl add nut butter, honey, and honey. Microwave for 30 seconds and stir and continue until evenly combined.

  Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and evenly combine. The mixture will be different than expected (thicker)

  Press mixture into prepared pan and refrigerate for 45 minutes or place in freezer for 20 minutes before taking out and cutting into bars. For kids—take out your cookie cutters and make fun shapes!

Mindful Nutrition with Megan,

Megan Callahan, MS, RD, LD