Cherry Orange Oatmeal Outdoors Bars
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Serves 12

Having a quick energy-boosting snack on hand when you're on the go is helpful to keep hunger (and your mood!) in check. Try this simple recipe, using whatever dried fruit and spices you have on hand.

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    Ingredients: 
    • Natural spray oil for pan
    • 3 cups gluten-free rolled oats
    • 1/3 cup smooth almond butter
    • 1 cup dried sour cherries, or a mix of cherries and raisins
    • 1/2 cup orange juice
    • 1/3 cup honey
    • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 3 egg whites
    • 2 tablespoons finely ground flaxseed
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    Method: 

    Preheat oven to 350F. Lightly spray an 8-inch square pan with oil; set aside. Mix together oats, almond butter, cherries, orange juice, honey, nutmeg, salt and egg whites in a bowl; press firmly into pan. Bake until golden brown around the edges, about 35 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes, sprinkle flaxseed over the top, let cool completely, cut into bars and serve.

    Nutritional Info: 
    Per Serving:200 calories (45 from fat), 5g total fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 110mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (6g dietary fiber, 13g sugar), 7g protein
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