Who does not remember making rice crispy squares, before the microwave? The semi-melted marshmallow would stick to the pot, the wooden spoon and anything else that it came into contact with enroute to the pan. Traditional rice crispy squares are also pretty low on the nutritional scale. This grown-up version is very easy to make and does offer some good nutritional value as well as the boost you might need to get through your workout.
Ingredients
¾ Cup Dried Apricots
¾ Cup Dried Apple
4 Multi-grain Rice Crackers, or rice cereal
1 Cup Unsweetened Coconut
½ Cup Sunflower Seeds, unsalted and toasted
½ Cup Pumpkin Seeds, unsalted and toasted
⅓ Cup Sesame Seeds, toasted
½ Cup A Mixture of: Oats, Wheat Bran and Flax seed
½ Cup Apple Sauce, unsweetened
½ Cup Agave Nectar, or other fruit sweetener
½ Cup Peanut or Almond Butter
Instructions
In a food processor, pulse apricots, apples and brown rice cakes, until crumbly
Pour into a bowl
Next in the food processor, pulse seeds, coconut and oat mixture, until mixed
Add to the fruit mixture in the bowl
Warm the peanut butter and add to the mixture
Add the Agave and stir until well mixed
Press into a 8" x 10" pan
Let it set in the fridge for at least an hour
Cut into squares and serve
Recipe by Ginger and Nutmeg at https://www.gingerandnutmeg.com/2010/07/boost-power-bars