Granola Bars

These granola bars are packed with protein and fiber which will surely get you motivated to start your day! Rolled oats have so many healthy benefits. They contain 5 grams of protein and 2 grams of soluble fiber per serving. Did you know that 3 grams of soluble fiber from oatmeal daily may reduce the risk of heart disease? I also am using wheat germ which contains Vitamin E and Folic Acid, and whole wheat flour that has a good source of fiber as well. Along with the healthy benefits, these bars are so delicious and addicting. I hope you enjoy!

Ingredients:
2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup splenda (or 1/2 cup regular sugar if you prefer)
1/2 cup wheat germ
1 tbsp cinnamon
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup dried cranberries (craisins)
1/2 cup honey
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
sprinkle of brown sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 9x13 baking pan. Mix in large bowl oats, splenda, wheat germ, cinnamon, flour, and cranberries. Make a well in the center of the bowl and add honey, beaten egg, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix with your hands to ensure all the oats are covered. Spread mixture evenly over the greased pan. If needed, grease the back of a spatula to prevent mixture from sticking to your hands and not spreading. Sprinkle brown sugar on top of granola mixture. Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until edges are browned. Let cool for about 5 mintues and cut in squares. If you let them cool completely, they will be too hard to cut. Continue to cool before eating.