Protein Bars - Chocolate Pb

I created this recipe for DH using a variety of recipes that were modified to fit his needs. I like to grind the raw almonds about as coarse as coffee grinds and we use a vanilla flavored whey protein. These are quite tasty, higher in protein and lower in cost than most commercial bars. (Not for weight-loss).

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 20

Ingredients

• 2  cups rolled oats
• 1  cup  multi-grain hot cereal
• 1⁄2 cup wheat germ
• 1⁄2 cup flax seed
• 1  cup  natural almonds, ground
• 2  cups  vanilla whey protein powder
• 1⁄2 cup  lecithin powder
• 2  tablespoons cinnamon
• 1  cup brown sugar, packed
• 18  ounces peanut butter, we like extra crunchy
• 2  large eggs
• 1 1⁄2 cups yogurt
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil or 1⁄4 cup flax seed oil
• 1  cup  mini chocolate chip (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F and spray a square roasting pan with non-stick cooking spray, then line with waxed paper.
2. Mix all the dry ingredients together, omitting the chocolate chips.
3. Add the eggs, PB, olive oil and yogurt and mix well- the mixture will be thick and sticky.
4. Press onto the pan, then top with the mini chocolate chips, if desired.
5. Bake at 325°F until golden brown, about 15 minutes.
6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
7. When the bars are still slightly warm, cut into 20 equal pieces, using a sharp knife, by placing the knife on top of the bar and applying pressure (prevents them from breaking).
8. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.