Peanut Butter Protein Bars

During the River to River Relay we were basically stuck in a car (yes, 7 sweaty girls, since one was out running in a car) most of the day and didn't have access to real food. We all brought different things with us to share. Awesome Stacy brought these peanut butter protein bars she made at home. I haven't officially made any yet, I think I will make some tomorrow to take with us on our trip to Davenport for Easter weekend. They are pretty sweet, but great for long hard workouts. It really hit the spot Saturday. I might try it out with rolled oats and 2 scoops of protein powder... we'll see how it goes. Here it is, just how she gave it to me.

"Peanut Butter Protein Bars

1 C Natural peanut butter
3/4 C honey
1 scoop protein powder
3/4 C to 1 C granola of choice
1 C quick oats
In a sauce pan mix peanut butter and honey, hear until smooth. Mix peanut butter mixture with remaining ingredients. Press into an 8x8 pan. Mixture will be very soft. As it sits it firms up to cut into bars.

I double the mix to make a 9x13 pan. Also, I use chocolate protein powder and maple almond granola. That is our favorite granola to use. I get it at Walmart & I use the whole bag of granola to make the 9x13 pan. Be careful not to use too much of the quick oats or the bars will be very dry."