Ingredients
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips or 6 ounces carob chips
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1 tablespoon butter
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3/4 cup quick oats
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1/3 cup unsweetened toasted wheat germ
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1/3 cup non-fat powdered milk
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 cup chopped nuts
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4 large egg whites or 2 large eggs
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1/3 cup raw sugar or 1/3 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Melt chocolate chips and butter in the microwave about 45 seconds; stirring occasionally until completely melted; set aside.
- Combine the dry ingredients, except for sugar, in a bowl.
- In another large bowl, beat egg whites with sugar and vanilla until slightly thick.
- Stir in chocolate mixture and then the dry ingredients.
- Spread into an 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
- Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes; until edges are firm and top is crisp.
- Cool completely before cutting into bars.