Homemade Energy Bars

• 1 cup dark raisins
• 1/2 cup golden raisins
• 1/3 cup butter or margarine
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup toasted wheat germ
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 1/2 cup nonfat dry milk
• 1 cup sliced almonds (optional)
• 1 cup quick cooking oats
• 1/2 cup skim milk
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Directions

1. 1

   Chop raisins (using a food processor if possible). Cream butter, sugar, molasses and egg.

2. 2

   Combine flour, dry milk, wheat germ, baking powder, baking soda, salt and ginger.

3. 3

   Blend into creamed mixture with skim milk. Stir in oats, raisins, and half the almonds (if desired).

4. 4

   Pour into greased 13x9x2 inch pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle with remaining almonds (if desired).

5. 5

   Bake at 350 degrees for approx. 30 minutes. Cool in pan and cut into 1x4 inch bars.