Does anyone have a good energy bar recipe that isn't high in calories or fat??
Thanks
Define high.
By definition, an energy bar is going to have a good number of calories, because calories are what give you energy. I try to get 100-200 calories of mostly carbs before I exercise, and I made this bar to do that when I'm in a rush. I made them without almonds, sweetened with Splenda and sugar-free syrup (instead of agave nectar), and cut it into 12 instead of 16, and I ended up with 137 calories a bar. I don't think it has enough calories to be considered an energy bar, but it will get me through a workout. I also like that it contains whole grains, which have a low GI (release energy more slowly), and dried fruit, which will give me more immediate energy.
Just search "energy bars" in the recipes section of CC! There are about 4 pages of results, I think I am going to go browse there now!!
I keep meaning to try this recipe. You can add whatever dried fruit/ nuts you want!
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