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(NAPSI)-Health experts agree that the best way
to slim down is to avoid trendy weight-loss programs and stick to the tried
and true: make more healthful food choices, eat fewer calories and exercise
regularly. Studies show, for example, that adding more whole grains to your
diet can help you maintain a healthy weight.
Fruit & Oatmeal Snack Bars are packed with
the whole-grain goodness of oats and lower in fat and calories. Enjoy these
chewy, fruit-filled bars at breakfast or as a satisfying snack.
Fruit & Oatmeal Snack Bars
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 container (8 oz.) plain low-fat yogurt
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons fat-free milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
11/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
3 cups Quaker oats (quick or old fashioned, uncooked)
1 cup diced dried mixed fruit or dried cranberries
1/3 cup sliced almonds (optional)
Makes 32 bars
Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, combine
sugar, yogurt, egg whites, oil, milk and vanilla; mix well. In medium bowl,
combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; mix well. Add dry ingredients
to yogurt mixture; mix well. Stir in oats, dried fruit and almonds. Spread
dough onto bottom of ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Bake 28 to 32 minutes
or until golden brown. Cool completely on wire rack. Cut into bars. Store
tightly covered.
NUTRITION INFORMATION (1 bar): Calories
120, Total Fat 2g, Sat. Fat 0g, Chol. 0mg, Sodium 55mg, Total Carb. 24g,
Fiber 1g, Protein 3g.
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