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

The Introduction

Ahem,
 Allow me to introduce myself,
I'm Lauren.
Since this is probably your first time visiting me and my blog I will give you the grand
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Sincerely,
  TheIrishCupcake


 

Corinthians 10:31
 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.