Best Georges Fruit Filled Energy Bar Recipes

EASY ENERGY BARS

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This was given to me by a friend, I was really surprised at how much it really helps when I feel tired. I keep mine in the freezer then pull a couple out when I need a pick-me-up and they are ready for me to eat. You can substitute almond butter for peanut butter, if desired.

Provided by JANETSTATHAM

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Granola Bar Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats
½ cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup ground flax meal
½ cup peanut butter
⅓ cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

Stir oats, chocolate chips, flax meal, peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl. Roll into 24 balls and refrigerate until firm, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 50.4 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

FRUIT-FILLED OATMEAL BARS

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Hearty, yummy, and even fairly healthy (if you want it to be!). These are not like granola bars but more like a brownie with a nice crust. Originally taken from BH&G "New Cook Book", 1989--now that I live overseas, I love these older cookbooks because so many of the recipes are still "from scratch" and don't use convenience products that are too expensive or haven't come here yet. Thanks to my Grams for sending it to me when I moved! :)

Provided by WhoKnew

Categories Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
2/3 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter
10 ounces preserves

Steps:

In mixing bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, and baking soda.
Cut in margarine/butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Reserve 1/2 cup of the flour mixture.
Press remaining flour mixture into the bottom of an ungreased 9x9x2 baking pan.
Spread with desired filling.
Sprinkle with reserved flour mixture.
Bake at 350F for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden.
Cool in pan on wire rack.
Cut into bars.
FILLING OPTIONS:.
***Following cookbook's 'shortcut' suggestion of substituting 10 oz jar of preserves in place of homemade filling, I used a store-bought, very dense, low-moisture apple butter (like a thick jam). I have also tried it with blueberry preserves but the preserves were too moist--it made the bars sticky not good.***.
RAISIN FILLING:.
In medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 2 teaspoons cornstarch. Add 1 cup raisins. Cook & stir until thickened & bubbly.
APPLE-CINNAMON FILLING:.
Peel/core/chop 2 medium apples. In medium saucepan, combine apples, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a dash of ground cloves. Bring apple mixture to a boil; reduce heat & simmer 8-10 minutes or until apples are very tender.
APRICOT-COCONUT FILLING:.
In medium saucepan, combine 1 cup diced dried apricots and 3/4 cup water. Bring apricot mixture to boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 5 minutes. Meanwhile, combine 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon all purpose flour. Stir into apricot mixture. Cook and stir 1 minute more or until mixture is very thick. Stir in 1/2 cup coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 60.7, Carbohydrate 19.7, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 11.3, Protein 1

DRIED FRUIT ENERGY BARS

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These dried fruit energy bars are the perfect breakfast option for busy people. They're easy to make ahead and jam-packed with ingredients like chia seeds, quinoa and oats that will keep you fueled throughout the day. - Andrea Potischman, Menlo Park, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/4 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups old-fashioned oats
10 Medjool dates, pitted
3 tablespoons coconut oil
2/3 cup almond butter
3 tablespoons whey protein powder
2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Line an 8-in. square baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides. Prepare quinoa according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl. Set aside and allow to cool completely. , In a food processor, combine dates, coconut oil, almond butter, protein powder and vanilla. Cover and pulse until blended. Add coconut and chia seeds. Pulse until combined. Add oats and cooked quinoa. Pulse until combined., Press firmly into prepared pan. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until set. Lifting with parchment, remove from pan. Using a serrated knife, cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

GEORGE'S FRUIT-FILLED ENERGY BAR

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Categories Cookies Fruit Nut Bake Kid-Friendly High Fiber Healthy

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup raisins
1 cup dried blueberries
2 cups chopped dates
2 cups chopped dried apples
2 cups chopped dried apricots
2 cups chopped dried prunes
8 oz almond or peanut butter
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
8 cups rolled oats
12 oz pancake mix (complete)(3 cups)
16 oz honey

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease a large cookie sheet. 1. Knead together all the fruit and the nut butter. 2. Knead in sunflower seeds, rolled oats, and pancake mix. 3. Add honey and knead until blended. 4. Press out onto tin 3/8 to 1/2 inch thick and as even as possible. Press bar lines into the sheet c table knife. 5. Bake about 20 minutes until top is light brown.