Munchie Mondays :Quick and Simple protein bars (Vegan, Gluten Free option, High Protein)

    I started making these bars when I found the recipe for them on the back of
a shredded wheat box. After making them several times I decided to experiment with the recipe
a little. They're healthy and can be eaten any time of the day (or night)!


Quick and Simple Energy Bars ( High Protein and a Gluten Free option)
  Ingredients
2/3 cup Raw agave Nectar or Pure Grade B Maple Syrup or Honey
1/2 cup Peanut Butter (my personal favorite brand is Smart Balance Peanut Butter, but any peanut butter will work)
3 1/2 cups Shredded Wheat, Corn Chex, or Crispy Rice Cereal (You PICK!!! Isn't that awesome!!!)
3oz Dark Chocolate...oh me!!! (60% cocoa mass or higher)
Directions
1. Measure out liquid sweetener and peanut butter into a large mixing bowl.
2. Heat the mixture in the microwave for about 1 min or until it starts to get bubbly.
3. Remove from microwave and stir until completely combined.
4. Add the 3 1/2 cups of cereal to the honey and peanut butter and mix until combined
5. Spread into a 8x8 baking dish (I usually spray mine with cooking oil before).
6.  Melt chocolate in microwave safe bowl for about 30 seconds or just until melted; stirring every 10 seconds to prevent scorching the precious chocolate!
7. Drizzle chocolate over bars, or spread a thin layer over all of the Bar (preferred method).
8. Refrigerate until chocolate is firm, about 4 hours up to overnight.
9. Cut into Bars and Enjoy!


I'll add a picture of them as soon as I remember to take one before I eat them all! Yes, I did forget to save any for a picture......They are popular in my house.


Happy Living!
  TheIrishCupcake