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I am a personal trainer originally from Chicago. I have been living in sunny Florida for about 11 years now. Here is where I found my career. The best part of my job is seeing someone grow in confidence, pride and strength. I am truly blessed to have my job. I hope I can help influence others to gain a happier, healthier life through this blog. I hope everyone enjoys!!

Sunday, October 2, 2011

Recipe: Erin's Dark Chocolate Espresso Bars

Hi All!! First I want to apologize to everyone about not blogging as much, my excuse....Im getting married YAY!! Things have been a little hectic and stressful but I have a recipe here for you today and plan on putting a new routine on tomorrow or Tuesday.

This recipe is from the lovely Erin, thanks girl! I tried them and they are so delicious! Enjoy!

DARK CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO GRANOLA BARS



1     cup    rolled oats
1/2  cup    whole grain flour (I used oat flour)
2  scoops vanilla protein powder
1 Tbsp.     honey
2 oz         dark chocolate covered espresso beans (I just used dark
                        chocoalte chips/couldn't find the espresso beans)
1/3 cup    canola oil (I used applesauce to cut out the fat)
1/4 cup    unsweetened applesauce
1/4 tsp.    salt
1/4 tsp     baking soda
1/4 tsp     cinnamon
1/2 tsp     vanilla extract

(I also added a sprinkle of dark chocolate cocoa powder which I would guess to be about a 1/4 or 1/3 cup)  And I just did a handful of the dark choc. chips.

Preheat oven to 325 degree

Place all ingredients in a large bowl. Mix well.

Spread mixture evenlyin a 9X9 inch baking dish.  Bake 25-30 minutes. Let cool and slice into 8 bars.

*TIP*  COVER BOTTOM OF PAN WITH PARCHMENT PAPER; THEY'RE HARD TO GET OUT BECAUSE THEY STICK TO THE PAN.

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