Information Preparation and Cooking Time: 10 minutes Serving: Makes 16; 1 bar = 1 serving Nutrition Nutrition Facts: Carbohydrates 35gProtein 6.1gFat 8.4gSaturated Fat 0.9gMonounsaturated Fat 5.3gPolyunsaturated Fat 2.2gDietary Fiber 2.8gCholesterol 0.39gSodium 91mg Food Groups: Grains 1 Meat & Alternative 1 Instructions Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned oatmeal uncooked1/2 cup toasted wheat germ1/2 cup dried nonfat milk powder1/2 cup dried cranberries (or other dried fruit coarsely chopped)1/2 cup lightly salted roasted almonds (or other toasted nuts or seeds)1 cup natural-style nut or seed butter3/4 cup honey1/3 cup dark molasses (not blackstrap)1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon salt Instructions: 1. Line 9x9-inch metal baking pan with foil; spray with nonstick cooking spray. 2. Mix oatmeal,wheat germ,milk powder, dried fruit and nuts; set aside. 3. Place nut butter,honey and molasses in a large saucepan. Stir over medium heat until bubbly, melted and smooth, about 1-2 minutes. 4. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla, cinnamon and salt. Mix in cereal mixture until well blended. 5. Transfer mixture to prepared pan. Using a large square of wax paper or foil, press mixture firmly down into pan. 6. Cool completely. Remove bars using foil overhang and then cut into 16 bars or squares. Tightly wrap each bar in plastic wrap. Categories: Snacks