Karen's Power Bars

You won't be missing a thing with these delicious and much more nutritious than most bars. WARNING: They are very filling.

• Ready In: 38 mins
• Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups  quick-cooking rolled oats
• 1⁄2 cup wheat flour
• 1  egg (beaten)
• 1⁄4 cup applesauce
• 1  cup peanut butter
• 1⁄4 cup honey
• 3  tablespoons brown sugar
• 2  tablespoons  vegetable oil
• 1⁄4 cup sunflower seeds
• 3  ounces chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray a 9 inch square pan with cooking spray. If using a metal pan, line with foil first and spray with pam (this helps to lift them from the pan).
2. In a large bowl, stir together oats & flour. Mix well. Stir in the egg, applesauce, peanut butter, honey, brown sugar, and oil. Lastly add the sunflower seeds and chocolate chips. Spread mixture evenly in the prepared pan.
3. Bake for 30 minutes or until it is light brown along the edges and firm to the touch. Let cool. Cut into bars and enjoy. These store well in the refrigerator.