Better than Clif?

Our friend Sara shared this excellent protein bar recipe with us. We have tried several others that we like too but this is the best one. You can try a few variations on this as well.

2 cups honey

2 cups peanut butter (almond also works)

2 1/4 cups protein powder (vanilla or chocolate, I like chocolate)

4 cups raw oats

1/2 cup raisins (optional)

1/2 cup bran

1/4 cup wheat germ

2-3 tbsp. vanilla

Combine honey, peanut butter and raisins (if using) in microwave for 1-2 minutes until melted. Combine and stir all dry ingredients in large bowl then add wet ingredients. Spray 9X13 pan with non-stick spray. Empty bowl in to pan and press evenly, cut and chill.

WORD OF CAUTION: THESE ARE DELICIOUS! I'm not kidding, in fact, my favorite way to have one of these is with a cup of coffee in the morning HOWEVER they are 200 calories apiece and have 26 grams of carbs so you can't just eat them all day long (even though you will want to :) Great for pre or post workout snack or breakfast especially if you aren't a big breakfast eater but know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day.