Oatmeal Energy Bars
These pre-workout bars contain balanced macronutrients to ensure maximum performance.The perfect pre-workout snack is high in carbohydrates to help top off the body's glycogen levels which will be used in energy production during physical activity. Protein should not be excessive because protein digestion is relatively slow and will not benefit performance right before a workout. Fat should also be low to avoid GI distress which can inhibit performance. Oatmeal and powdered peanut butter like Bell Plantation: PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter, provides a moderate amount of fiber, complex carbohydrates and protein. This keeps the athlete full during the event but will not cause digestive discomfort. Bananas and dried fruit provide simple carbohydrates for quick delivery of glucose for energy. If calories are not of a concern then any regular nut butter that does not contain hydrogenated oil can be used. These energy bars are not exclusive to athletes either. Anyone can enjoy these bars for breakfast or as a healthy snack anytime during the day!
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Equipment Silicone mat Medium mixing bowl Ingredients: 4 tbsp. PB2 or 2 Tbsp. nut butter 1 large banana or 2 small 1 cup oatmeal 1/2 cup dried fruit (cherries, blueberries, raisins, cranberries) 1/2 cup chopped nuts or seeds (walnuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds, peanuts, pistachios) 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. dried ginger Directions: Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and LIGHTLY grease with cooking oil. In a mixing bowl combined the remaining ingredients. Using your hands to mix the ingredients together until evenly blended. Form 4 cookie shaped discs and place on the baking sheet and bake in the oven for 15 minutes. |
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4.0
Amount Per Serving
Calories 269
Total Fat 12 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 7 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 49 mg
Potassium 349 mg
Total Carbohydrate 38 g
Dietary Fiber 5 g
Sugars 16 g
Protein 7 g
Vitamin A 14 %
Vitamin C 4 %
Calcium 2 %
Iron 10 %
* The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, so your values may change depending on your calorie needs. The values here may not be 100% accurate because the recipes have not been professionally evaluated nor have they been evaluated by the U.S. FDA.
Servings 4.0
Amount Per Serving
Calories 269
Total Fat 12 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 7 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 49 mg
Potassium 349 mg
Total Carbohydrate 38 g
Dietary Fiber 5 g
Sugars 16 g
Protein 7 g
Vitamin A 14 %
Vitamin C 4 %
Calcium 2 %
Iron 10 %
* The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, so your values may change depending on your calorie needs. The values here may not be 100% accurate because the recipes have not been professionally evaluated nor have they been evaluated by the U.S. FDA.
